Two Brighton and Hove Albion followers have been attacked, stabbed and robbed in Rome forward of tonight’s Europa League final 16 first leg in opposition to AS Roma on the Stadio Olimpico. The Seagulls’ thrilling journey to the Italian capital has been soured by the stunning incident, which stories declare came about at round midnight final night time.
In keeping with Italian outlet NOVA.information, workers of some eating places close to Through Cavour, a avenue and space close to town’s practice terminal and the well-known Colosseum, witnessed the assault.
They’re stated to have raised the alarm when six or seven people with lined faces attacked two male Brighton supporters, aged 28 and 29.
The gang reportedly disappeared into the night time shortly earlier than cops arrived on the scene on the Ministry of the Inside.
Each Brighton followers had been injured by punches and lightweight stab wounds to the legs whereas being robbed of their pouches containing paperwork and wallets.
The report provides that the 2 Seagulls followers had been whisked away to Umberto I and San Giovanni for therapy. Native police are stated to be investigating the incident.
Newcastle United had been additionally on the centre of hassle after they visited Milan within the Champions League group stage earlier this season.
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