Riot police escort Crystal Palace fans to Strasbourg after internal clashes
Local reports described scenes of chaos in Strasbourg’s Place du Marché Gayot as a group of Crystal Palace supporters began fighting among themselves during their visit to the city. Witnesses said the altercation quickly drew the attention of French authorities, who deployed riot police to intervene and restore order.
Police response
Following the incident, officers separated the fans and escorted them under supervision to Strasbourg’s main transport hub. Authorities confirmed that no severe injuries were reported, although several individuals were briefly detained for questioning.
Public reaction
Bystanders expressed surprise at the disorder, noting that most English fans had otherwise behaved peacefully during their stay. The situation has drawn criticism from both local media and other Palace supporters online, who condemned the in-fighting and the embarrassment it caused to the club’s reputation.
"They came to watch football, not to fight each other," one local resident told reporters.
Summary
Riot police intervened after Crystal Palace supporters clashed among themselves in central Strasbourg and escorted the group for safety reasons, leaving several detained for questioning by local authorities.
Author’s summary: Riot police intervened in Strasbourg after Crystal Palace fans fought each other, detaining some and escorting the rest to ensure order.
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