05.05.2025 21:00
It was reported that 61 people were detained following the events that occurred after the Belgian Cup final between Club Brugge and Anderlecht, which took place in Brussels.
The aftermath of the Belgian Cup final played between Club Brugge and Anderlecht in Brussels, the capital of Belgium, has been revealed. It was reported that 61 people were detained during the incidents that occurred.
61 DETENTIONS, 2 ARRESTS
According to Belgian press agency Belga, following the final match played on Sunday, May 4, 61 people were detained during the violent incidents caused by Club Brugge fans in the neighborhoods of Molenbeek and Jette. It was reported that 80 people were treated by emergency services, with 9 of them being hospitalized.
CALL FOR LIFETIME BAN
Meanwhile, Club Brugge and the Belgian League condemned the violent incidents. Brussels Mayor Philippe Close called for a lifetime stadium ban and severe legal penalties for "racist football fans." Club Brugge won the match played on Sunday with a score of 2-1.