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Clashes erupt in London and celebrations in Paris after France defeat Morocco in World Cup match
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2026-07-10 12:19   Sports   10

Clashes erupt in London and celebrations in Paris after France defeat Morocco in World Cup match

Chaotic scenes unfolded in parts of London and Paris following France's 2-0 victory over Morocco in the World Cup.In London, violence broke out almost immediately after the match concluded at 11pm UK time, particularly on Edgware Road.Crowds of Morocco supporters clashed with police, resulting in objects being thrown and at least one officer being hospitalised.Videos showed riot police deploying shields and helmets, with officers attending to injured individuals on the ground.A large crowd gathered near Marble Arch, chanting and confronting a police line, while smoke from flares was visible and traffic was disrupted.

In Paris, the atmosphere was more celebratory but still disorderly, with young fans jumping, chanting, and gathering in areas like Westfield Forum des Halles near the Louvre.

This incident follows previous unrest involving Morocco fans, including clashes in the Netherlands after their penalty shootout win over the Dutch team.The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service were contacted for comment, though details on injuries remain unclear.The events highlight ongoing challenges with managing large football crowds and fan behaviour during major tournaments.

While celebrations in France were jubilant, the disturbances in London raised concerns about public safety and policing in multicultural areas with strong football followings.Morocco's strong performance in the tournament had previously drawn significant supporter enthusiasm across Europe.

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