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Greece: Ajax fans injured by petrol bomb in Athens stadium

Wednesday, 28 November 2018 2:26 AM [ Last Update: Wednesday, 28 November 2018 2:30 AM ]

TOPSHOT - Ajax fans try to shield themselves from flames during clashes with Greek riot police prior to the start of the UEFA Champions League football match between AEK Athens FC and AFC Ajax at the Athens Olympic stadium, in Athens, on November 27, 2018. (AFP)

A petrol bomb exploded in the stands of Athens' Olympic Stadium ahead of a Champions League match between AEK Athens and the Netherlands' Ajax on Tuesday night.

An Ajax fan wearing a mask yells at Greek riot police prior to the start of the UEFA Champions League football match between AEK Athens FC and AFC Ajax at the Athens Olympic stadium, in Athens, on November 27, 2018. (AFP)

A bleeding Ajax fan reacts after clashes with Greek riot police prior to the start of the UEFA Champions League football match between AEK Athens FC and AFC Ajax at the Athens Olympic stadium, in Athens, on November 27, 2018. (AFP)

Clashes broke out between the fans after a petrol bomb injured several of the Ajax supporters.

Footage shows the flash of a fireball, which left several Ajax football fans injured. Police in riot gear rushed to the scene and worked to disperse the rivals.

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