West Ham defeated Manchester United 3-2 in a pivotal match on Tuesday, but it was what happened before the game that is making headlines worldwide.
Fans of West Ham outrageously attacked Manchester United’s team bus prior to the festivities, and a dangerous quasi-riot broke out.
Here is the footage of @ManUtd‘s team coach being attacked on the way into the Boleyn Ground. #SkyFootball https://t.co/6YrwnlOWbq
— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) May 10, 2016
The footage is unbelievable, and clearly an absolute disgrace.
Absolutely disgraceful from West Ham fans. Nice way to spoil the night. pic.twitter.com/nHg0tOkqIA
— Liam Canning (@OffsideLiam) May 10, 2016
It’s hard to believe people would act this way over a game.
“Ready, aim, fire at Will (Keane)!” pic.twitter.com/19qqS5Sc2L
— Danny Page (@DannyPage) May 10, 2016
One police officer and one bystander were injured according to initial reports, but these figures have risen a tad since.
We are aware that a number of items were thrown towards Man Utd’s coach this evening. One officer and a member of the public were injured.
— MPS Football Unit (@MPSFootballUnit) May 10, 2016
Having passion for your team is one thing. Acting like a lawless savage is something there is no place for in sports.
#WHUFC Chairman David Sullivan:”I don’t understand why @ManUtd didn’t get here earlier. We got here at 4pm.” pic.twitter.com/XBNphjq8AF
— BBC 5 live Sport (@5liveSport) May 10, 2016
Let’s hope this doesn’t happen again anytime soon.