Video: New York brawl between Argentine and Algerian fans before debut | OneFootball

What was supposed to be a celebration of football ended in a scene of violence. In the early hours of the morning, one of the world’s most touristy spots became the epicenter of running clashes and physical attacks between fans of both national teams. The tense incident took place in an area surrounded by families and children strolling through the area.

The shocking images quickly began to go viral on social media. The videos show a violent exchange of punches and kicks in the middle of a public street. The conflict broke out unexpectedly during what had originally been organized as a peaceful “banderazo” to cheer on the squads before heading to the stadium.

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Despite the seriousness of the images released, New York police authorities have not yet issued an official report. The exact number of injured people is unknown, and it is unclear whether anyone was detained following the disturbances. Both teams are scheduled to make their World Cup debut at 10:00 p.m. (local time) at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, where the groups of supporters are expected to travel.

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