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Five stewards, one officer injured in clash at Braunschweig match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:03 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Five stewards, one officer injured in clash at Braunschweig match
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Five stewards and one police officer were injured during Eintracht Braunschweig's second-division match against Hertha Berlin on August 28. The injuries occurred amid clashes that started in the south stand at halftime and later escalated outside the stadium. Reports indicate that disputes among fans, some situated in incorrect sections, triggered the violence. German police have launched an investigation into the incidents, which include allegations of breach of the peace and assault on an officer. Hertha secured a victory with a final score of 5-3.

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  • •Five stewards and one officer were injured in the violence.
  • •Clashes began during halftime and continued outside the stadium.
  • •Fans disputed over sections in the stands.
  • •An investigation into the incidents has been initiated.
  • •Hertha won the match against Braunschweig 5-3.
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  • 9:03 PMYahoo Sports — Five stewards, one officer injured at German second-division game
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Five stewards and one police officer were injured in clashes during Eintracht Braunschweig's second-division match at home to Hertha Berlin on Friday, German police said. An investigation has been launched into breach of the peace and assault on a police officer.

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