Five people sustained minor injuries after Netherlands fans attacked England supporters in Dortmund ahead of Wednesday's Euro 2024 semi-final, as reported by UK police.
Police disclosed that a group of Netherlands fans assaulted England supporters in bars and attempted flag theft. While most Netherlands fans attended peacefully, identified risk supporter groups were present.
UK police collaborated with local authorities in Germany for the match, which concluded with England winning 2-1.
A video surfaced on social media showing fans throwing chairs towards a bar, with one person in a Dutch football shirt visible. Witnesses sought shelter inside as altercations ensued, involving objects thrown both ways.
Leo, a bar employee, recounted, "Initially, it involved two or three people. I tried to intervene, but it escalated quickly." He lamented damage to the bar's TV, preventing them from screening the game.
The UK Football Policing Unit acknowledged reports of disorder in Dortmund, citing instances of Dutch fans targeting England supporters and attempting flag theft.
The Dutch FA reported that 110,000 Netherlands fans traveled to Dortmund, outnumbering the 40,000 from England.
England secured victory with Ollie Watkins scoring a last-minute goal, advancing to face Spain in Sunday's final in Berlin.
