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Dons fans in pub tear gas attack | Dons fans in pub tear gas attack |
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Aberdeen fans in the Czech Republic for a Europa League tie have suffered a tear gas attack by football hooligans. | |
Witnesses told the BBC up to 40 fans were in a pub in the town of Olomouc when the gang arrived and threw tear gas canisters into the bar. | |
One fan suffered a minor facial injury, while police have detained two people previously known for football violence. | |
About 300 Dons fans are in the city for the match against Sigma Olomouc, which the Czech side lead 5-1. | About 300 Dons fans are in the city for the match against Sigma Olomouc, which the Czech side lead 5-1. |
There were minor skirmishes following the incident, which happened in the early hours of Thursday. | There were minor skirmishes following the incident, which happened in the early hours of Thursday. |
Aberdeen FC said they were aware of an incident but would not comment further. | Aberdeen FC said they were aware of an incident but would not comment further. |