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Man arrested over racist abuse at Man City v Atletico Madrid match as police probe 'Nazi salutes'
08.04.2022 - 12:07 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A man has been arrested on suspicion of hurling racist abuse at the Manchester City v Atletico Madrid game.
It comes as officers confirm they are investigating footage showing visiting fans performing what appeared to be Nazi salutes. The Blues' Champions League clash quarter-final clash against the Spanish giants at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night has been marred by accusations of racism and violence by the visiting 2,100 supporters.
A video shot by a City fan showed a number of opposition supporters on the second tier of the South Stand stood with their arms outstretched in front of them performing the salute, whilst waving a flag.
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Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have now confirmed a 32-year-old man was arrested at the game on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence. A spokesman for the force also said that the videos circulating on social media, including the one published by the M.E.N, were now being investigated, alongside reports of two stewards being injured during the game. The spokesman described their injuries as 'minor.'
"We are working with both clubs to identify and take action against any perpetrators" he said. The force has declined to disclose who the arrested man supports, saying they wouldn't be confirming what part of the stadium any arrests or allegations were made.
The M.E.N understands City are also looking into the incidents from the game and will be reporting their findings to UEFA. Any formal investigation into the allegations, which could lead to sanctions on Atletico if proven, would be dealt with by UEFA.
A UEFA spokesman said their disciplinary body would assess any reports and then decide on any action to be taken, but added that given the body works
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