Seven officers injured in rioting at Olimpija-Rijeka match

Ljubljana, 30 August - Olimpija Ljubljana's convincing 5:0 win against Croatia's Rijeka in the last qualifying round for the UEFA Conference League on Thursday was marred by rioting of the ultras in which seven police officers were lightly injured. The rioting fans also caused an estimated EUR 50,000 in damage by throwing flares and ripping out seats.

Ljubljana
Fans rioting at the UEFA Conference League qualifying match between Olimpija Ljubljana and Croatia's Rijeka in Stožice Stadium.
Photo: Boštjan Podlogar/STA

Ljubljana
Fans rioting at the UEFA Conference League qualifying match between Olimpija Ljubljana and Croatia's Rijeka in Stožice Stadium.
Photo: Boštjan Podlogar/STA

Ljubljana
Fans rioting at the UEFA Conference League qualifying match between Olimpija Ljubljana and Croatia's Rijeka in Stožice Stadium.
Photo: Boštjan Podlogar/STA

Ljubljana
Fans rioting at the UEFA Conference League qualifying match between Olimpija Ljubljana and Croatia's Rijeka in Stožice Stadium.
Photo: Boštjan Podlogar/STA

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