Clashes in Nice before Nice v Roma: 102 Roma fans arrested, weapons seized | OneFootball

The eve of Nice-Roma, a match valid for the first day of the Europa League group stage, was marked by serious episodes of violence.

Clashes in Nice on the eve of Nice-Roma: 102 Roma fans arrested, blunt weapons seized

According to reports from L’Équipe, French police arrested 102 Roma supporters in the city center, near Place Massena, after violent clashes with law enforcement.

The seized objects

During the checks, the detained Roma fans were reportedly found in possession of clubs, knives, hammers, and plastic pipes—items that confirm the dangerousness of the situation and led to a tough response from local authorities.

Reconstruction of the events

According to the reconstruction by Nice-Matin, the incidents allegedly began when a group of Roma fans, seated at tables on a restaurant terrace, started throwing glasses at the police. From there, a chase broke out through the city center streets, which then escalated into clashes and subsequent arrests.

Maximum alert for the match

The episode triggered an immediate maximum alert ahead of the match scheduled for this evening at 9:00 PM at the Allianz Riviera. French authorities have reinforced security measures to prevent further tensions inside and around the stadium.

A significant precedent

Episodes of violence linked to Roma fans are nothing new and increase the concerns of European authorities regarding the management of high-risk away matches. The clash against Nice will therefore be played in a climate of great tension, with the hope that further incidents will not occur.

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