Violent scenes unfolded in Munich involving clashes between football fans on their way to the Champions League final.
Footage captured intense confrontations erupting among fan groups using public transportation en route to the game.
Reports from Bild indicated fans at Fröttmaning station, close to the Allianz Arena, were seen throwing stones.
Altercations broke out specifically between supporters of PSG and Inter Milan as they headed towards the stadium on Saturday.
Furthermore, they allegedly disrupted public transport by accessing the train tracks.
Some individuals sustained injuries during the clashes, with several appearing visibly bloodied.
Journalists from Bild noted that a fence separating the tracks helped prevent the situation from escalating further.
Tear gas was reportedly deployed inside a train car at the U6 `Universität` station.
The train`s emergency brake was activated, and the conductor was unable to reach the reset lever due to the large crowd.
Munich police announced anticipated delays on specific train lines following these events.
German police officers also reportedly threatened fans with batons in attempts to maintain peace during the evening`s final.
On social media platform X, Munich police stated: “Currently, a significant number of police officers are present at Marienplatz to keep the opposing fan groups apart.”
According to L`Equipe, at least one PSG supporter suffered injuries at the Universität subway station.
A spokesperson for Munich police confirmed: “Physical confrontations occurred at the Universität subway station, where pepper spray was deployed. The investigation into the circumstances is ongoing.”
Certain routes within Munich`s public transportation network reportedly faced difficulties handling the large influx of fans.
Businesses in Paris were observed installing barricades as a precaution against potential civil unrest in the city tonight.
These incidents coincided with PSG securing their first-ever Champions League trophy.
Marcus Bellamy