Strip searches before kick-off: ultras boycott Bundesliga match! | OneFootball

Intense commotion ahead of the Bundesliga top match between Bayer Leverkusen and 1. FC Köln!

As confirmed by a present Effzeh supporter to the 'Express', strip searches were conducted on some of the traveling away fans in front of the BayArena. Numerous Cologne fans are reporting similar experiences on 'X'.

Out of solidarity, more supporters are staying away from the match. Even ultras who were already inside the stadium immediately began their journey home.

According to 'Sky', 500-600 Cologne fans have now withdrawn from the venue. The club itself has since confirmed their departure and stated that it is seeking clarification.

Asked about the checks, Bayer CEO Fernando Carro explained in a 'Sky' interview that he had heard about it. However, he currently does not know the exact background and therefore wants to trust the police and security forces.

There was, however, a clear reaction from the Leverkusen supporters.

Parts of the organized scene stood by their Rhineland rivals and left the stadium during the opening phase.

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