Paris police arrest brawling Nice fans ahead of French Cup final, relegation showdown
Summary
Police in Paris arrested 65 people after a violent fight involving fans of the OGC Nice football team. The clashes happened before the French Cup final and left six people injured; some victims were not related to the fans. Nice faces Lens in the final and must win a separate play-off to stay in France’s top football league.Key Facts
- The fight took place late Thursday near the Canal Saint-Martin area in Paris.
- Around 100 Nice supporters gathered, appearing to look for trouble.
- Six people were hurt, including one seriously injured by a glass shard and another stabbed.
- Police found knives, balaclavas (face masks), and padded gloves at the scene.
- Many arrested are thought to be part of small violent groups, not the majority of Nice fans.
- The French Cup final between Nice and Lens is considered “high-risk,” with over 2,000 police officers involved.
- Nice had a difficult season, finishing in the relegation play-off spot and needing to win a two-legged match to avoid dropping to a lower league.
- Lens finished second in the league and aims to win its first French Cup after three previous final losses.
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