Germany confirms no England fans arrested in Gelsenkirchen amidst Euro chaos
- German police confirmed that no England fans were arrested in Gelsenkirchen despite chaotic scenes.
- Videos on social media showed violence erupting at a restaurant in the town center.
- Reports suggest clashes between English and Serbian fans ahead of the Euros.
Gelsenkirchen police confirmed no England fans were arrested before the Euro 2024 opener against Serbia. Violence erupted at a restaurant involving Serbian and English fans, resulting in seven Serbian arrests. The incident led to bloodshed and chaos, with reports of English hooligans attacking Serbian fans. German riot police intervened as the situation escalated. The altercation involved fans throwing tables, chairs, and bottles. Serbian fans claimed they were attacked by English hooligans. Football fans in Serbia have a history of violence linked to organized crime. The situation was eventually brought under control, with police escorting some Serbian fans to the stadium. The violence marred England's opening game, leading to the arrest of seven Serbs and warnings of banning orders for UK nationals involved. The instigators of the brawl remain unclear, with conflicting reports on the nationalities involved. The incident occurred in Gelsenkirchen, where a large number of England fans had gathered for the game. The police are investigating the situation, with no UK nationals arrested at the moment. The altercation was reportedly instigated by individuals rushing towards a bar where Serbian fans were present. The incident highlights the challenges of managing fan behavior during major sporting events.