Chaotic scenes ensue as Turkey and Georgia fans clash in Dortmund stadium before Euro 2024 match
- Violent clashes erupted between Turkey and Georgia fans in the stands prior to the Euro 2024 match in Dortmund.
- Inclement weather added to the chaos as rainwater cascaded through the breached roof of the stadium.
- The tense atmosphere highlighted the intense rivalry between the opposing fan groups.
Chaotic scenes erupted in Dortmund ahead of Turkey's Euro 2024 meeting with Georgia as fans clashed in the stands and rain cascaded from the stands at Signal Iduna Park. The inclement weather and violence inside the stadium sparked fears the game could be called off, but it went ahead as scheduled. Fans fought in one corner of the ground, with police trying to control the situation. Despite concerns, the game proceeded, with both sets of supporters in high spirits before the clash. Georgia, the lowest-ranked nation at Euro 2024, qualified for the tournament by beating Greece. Turkey aimed to improve on their previous performances at the European Championships. Violence between fans has been reported in various locations in Germany, with security measures heightened for the tournament. Georgia and Turkey fans brawled before kick-off, with police intervening to stop the violence. The match marked Georgia's first appearance in a European Championship. The teams fielded a mix of experienced and young players, with notable names like Hakan Calhanoglu and Arda Guler featuring.