England’s World Cup qualifying clash in Serbia labelled ‘high risk’ by police over fears of yob mayhem

Published on September 07, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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ENGLAND’S World Cup qualifying clash in Serbia has been labelled “high risk” by police over fears of yob mayhem.

More than 2,500 fans are going to Belgrade for tomorrow’s game at the Rajko Mitic Stadium.

Police officers securing an area outside a damaged cafe.There are fears of clashes with Serbian ultras following violence when the teams played at Euro 2024 Police in riot gear monitoring England fans in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.A ‘robust policing plan and operation’ has been put in place

But there are fears of clashes with Serbian ultras following violence when the teams played in at .

Supt Gareth Parkin, leading a UK team of cops there, said: “I know the local authorities are treating it as high risk.”

The ground will be only 85 per cent open due to sanctions for racist chanting from home fans at a previous match.

Fans have been told to stick to tourist areas.

Supt Parkin said: “The local authorities have reassured us that there’s a robust policing plan and operation in place to keep everybody visiting safe.

“They manage a very passionate local derby and nd a number of European fixtures.

“We will also do all we can to ensure 2,500 travelling can be safe and enjoy the game.

“Our advice is to stick to the main tourist areas and be respectful of cultures and the different countries.

“We’re fully aware of the .

“The local authorities have assured they’re fully sighted on our concerns.”

Police officers subduing fighting soccer fans.Riot cops detain a football fan amongst yob mayhem at Euro 2024

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