May 13, 2024, 1:10 PM
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Leeds fan attacked with knife outside Carrow Road stadium during play-offs clash

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Highlights
  • A Leeds fan was slashed in the neck by another fan at a play-offs game at Carrow Road stadium in Norwich.
  • Police arrested a teenager and a man in his 50s on suspicion of assault, but are still looking for another suspect.
  • The violent incident involving a blade took place following the full-time whistle in Sunday's clash.
Story

Two men were arrested after a man in his 60s was allegedly assaulted outside a football match. The incident happened at Norwich City FC's stadium after a game against Leeds United. The man reported being punched and cut on his chin. Photos showed a Leeds fan with a blood-soaked t-shirt. The police are looking for a third suspect. The police arrested a teenager for assault and a man in his 50s for assaulting an emergency worker. The victim did not need further medical treatment. The clubs and police are investigating the incident. Witnesses are asked to come forward with information or footage. The incident overshadowed the football match between Norwich City and Leeds United. The second leg of the play-off was set to take place at Elland Road. Leeds fans have faced taunts referencing a tragic event in 2000. The match at Elland Road will determine who advances to the play-off final at Wembley. The police are taking the assault seriously and have made arrests. The victim's injuries were not life-threatening. The investigation will continue to determine what happened and why. The safety of fans at football matches is important, and incidents like this should not happen.

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