Police detained supporters after a series of pro‑Nazi chants and verbal slurs erupted around a UEFA Conference League match in Split, Croatian authorities and match reports said. The disruptions were reported both before kick‑off and during the game, prompting law enforcement intervention.
The fixture pitted Croatian side Hajduk Split against Dutch club Ajax in Split. Organisers and stadium officials faced criticism for allowing the game to proceed amid the unrest, and security staff worked alongside police to contain trouble in and around the arena.
Officials said arrests were made on the spot in response to the chanting and offensive language. Officers removed individuals from the stadium and carried out checks in surrounding areas after the incidents were reported, with detained supporters taken into custody for questioning.
The episode may lead to further action under UEFA regulations, which ban discriminatory and extremist behaviour at its competitions. The incident is likely to be examined by football authorities as well as local prosecutors as part of efforts to tackle intolerant conduct at matches.