According to the eyewitness, some of these ‘stewards’ have been identified as hooligans of the Hungarian club by friendly supporters groups. Images of the fight in the branch circulate on the internet. “It was really really to look at.”
I put tear gas in
Eventually the ME intervenes and also penetrates the branch to put an end to the fight. Tear gas is used for this. When the peace had returned, the ME kept a guard around the branch until the last whistle.
After the game, the Alkmaarders have to wait a long time before they can leave the stadium. When the time comes, they can only go outside in groups of fifty, under strict guidance of the ME. Outside they are filmed and checked for injuries on their hands, as a possible indication that they have fought.
Supporters are advised to return directly to their hotel. “This was a big blemish on the trip,” a supplied supporter looks back.
In a statement, AZ has announced that it is ‘condemning excessive violent performance of the local stewards’. The management would have already reported the violence at Ferencváros, the local police and UEFA during the competition. The club counts on a ‘thorough investigation’. In the meantime, AZ does not want to respond to additional questions.