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17/10/2007
England Fans Injured In Moscow Fracas
Five England football fans are reported to have been injured during a fight in Moscow ahead of England's Euro 2008 qualifier against Russia.
It is understood that the injured fans were taken to Botkan hospital. According to reports, two fans are believed to have received treatment and been released, while another two were expected to leave hospital today.
None of the supporters are believed to have received serious injuries.
Police spokesperson Evgenii Gildeev told Sky News that there had been five fights involving England supporters in Moscow overnight.
Around 4,500 England fans are in the Russian capital for tonight's match at the Luzhniki Stadium.
Around 6,000 police officers are expected to be stationed around the stadium for the game.
(KMcA)
It is understood that the injured fans were taken to Botkan hospital. According to reports, two fans are believed to have received treatment and been released, while another two were expected to leave hospital today.
None of the supporters are believed to have received serious injuries.
Police spokesperson Evgenii Gildeev told Sky News that there had been five fights involving England supporters in Moscow overnight.
Around 4,500 England fans are in the Russian capital for tonight's match at the Luzhniki Stadium.
Around 6,000 police officers are expected to be stationed around the stadium for the game.
(KMcA)
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