Manchester United is currently investigating the treatment of their fans during a Europa League match in Lyon, where local police deployed tear gas. The Rhone prefecture justified the use of force, claiming it was necessary to restore order after fans attempted to breach security. Critics, including Football Supporters Europe and Manchester United Supporters Trust, argued that denying fans access to toilets contributed to tensions, and the police response was excessive. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for improved treatment of fans at events.
Tear gas used by police on English fans was deemed necessary to restore calm during a match in Lyon, causing outrage and calls for investigation.
Football Supporters Europe criticized the police for using tear gas after fans were denied access to toilets, saying it escalated the situation unnecessarily.
Manchester United Supporters Trust noted that most issues encountered on Euro away games occur with police, highlighting systemic problems in handling crowd control.
The local government stated that English fans initially escalated tensions by attempting to breach security measures before the use of tear gas.
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