Violent clashes in the centre of Paris between PSG and Galatasaray supporters as police use tear gas to disrupt troublemakers before chairs are thrown ahead of Champions League meeting
- Buildup to Wednesday’s Champions League match in Paris marred by violence
- PSG and Galatasaray supporters have clashed in the city centre of the capital
- Chairs were thrown and teargas used by police to disperse supporters
- French media estimate 100 fans have been involved in the incidents in Paris
Violent clashes in the centre of Paris marred the buildup to Wednesday night’s Champions League clash between PSG and Galatasaray.
Chairs were thrown and teargas was used to disperse the two sets of supporters at around 6pm in the evening.
It is estimated by French media that 100 fans, dressed mostly in black jackets and balaclavas, were involved in the incidents.
There have been violent clashes in Paris between PSG and Galatasaray supporters
Chairs were thrown as fans were dispersed by tear gas by the police in social media footage
Around 100 fans mostly clad in black and balaclavas were involved according to French media
Another incident appeared to show a flare being thrown into a busy square with people fleeing
One person is reported to have suffered a head injury, according to Le Parisien.
Videos were posted on social media throughout the afternoon and evening.
One shows chairs being chucked around while another shows what appears to be a flare thrown into a busy square of people.
A third video shows a group, clad in all black, rushing down a side street with chairs and weapons in their hands.
It is the first time the two teams have met in Paris for 18 years, which resulted in violent clashes in the stands at the Parc des Princes.
PSG are already guaranteed top spot in Group A and sit five points ahead of Real Madrid.
Galatasaray are bottom of the group but can still finish third and secure Europa League football, providing Bruges are beaten by Real Madrid at home.
Riot police officers patrol the streets of Paris following clashes between football supporters
Violent clashes marred the buildup to Wednesday night’s Champions League clash