Greek police are facing criticism for their handling of England fans during the Nations League match in Athens, where it was reported that they used riot shields and tear gas to manage the crowd.
The Football Supporters’ Association (FSA) is inviting fans to share their experiences from the incident that took place outside the Athens Olympic Stadium on Thursday. Following England’s 3-0 victory, the Football Association acknowledged the issues and stated they are gathering more information about the event.
In a post on X, Free Lions, the FSA’s fans’ embassy team, emphasized that there is still a significant need for improvements to prevent fans from being placed in “unjustifiably dangerous situations.”
Approximately 3,500 England supporters traveled to Athens for the sold-out match, but numerous fans reported feeling “pushed” and experiencing “heavy-handed” policing. The FSA expressed frustration, stating, “Despite being informed about how the situation would be managed in advance, it was disappointing to see the opposite in some instances, especially the use of shields and tear gas just to manage a queue.”
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