New unrest surrounding Ajax fans in Split: nearly sixty arrests after overnight confrontations
Nearly sixty people were arrested in Split following violent clashes between Ajax and Hajduk Split supporters ahead of their Conference League match. Prior to the overnight unrest, eighteen Ajax fans had already been detained for carrying weapons, leading the club to issue safety warnings to its traveling supporters.
Tensions flared in Split ahead of a Conference League match between Ajax and Hajduk Split, leading to nearly sixty arrests following overnight clashes. The unrest began after an earlier incident on Tuesday, where eighteen Ajax supporters were detained by local authorities for possession of prohibited weapons, including knives and blunt objects, at the Rivapromenade. While some fans reported being ambushed by masked individuals, police interventions managed to disperse the groups, and no injuries were officially reported.
In anticipation of potential violence from Hajduk Split's renowned fan base, Ajax had previously issued safety warnings to their traveling supporters. The club advised against wearing team colors, congregating in large groups, or using local taxi services, citing risks from the host team's hard-core ultras. While Croatian media confirmed the large number of arrests involving various fans, it remains unclear how many of those detained are identified as Dutch nationals.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
