Fan violence on the rise in German stadiums: report (Reuters)
BERLIN (Reuters) - Violence at soccer stadiums in Germany's top two divisions rose sharply in the 2013/14 season compared to the previous year, a police report has shown. While finances and spectator numbers have been on an upward trend in the top two leagues, it has been accompanied by increases in arrests, criminal proceedings as well as injuries from violence at matches. A total of 8,989 fans were arrested or detained last season, up 31 percent from the previous season, according to a report issued by the German police unit in charge of monitoring deployment in sport. ...
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