Brawling Millwall fans in Hungary
First Published: Sep 30, 2004
The Hungarian Parliament building seen from the Royal Palace in Budapest. Two brawling Millwall fans were arrested in Budapest ahead of the English club's UEFA Cup match with Ferencvaros.
Two brawling Millwall fans were arrested ahead of the English club's UEFA Cup match with Ferencvaros.
Police said "dozens of foreign citizens" were involved in the brawl at a Budapest restaurant but only the two Millwall fans were arrested and charged with disturbing the peace.
"The suspects received hospital treatment for their light injuries and they were then taken into custody at the police precint," a police statement said late Wednesday.
The suspects were identified as 28-year-old W. Scott and 34-year-old W. Robert.
Two other fans taken into custody were released.
Hungarian double-holders Ferencvaros play English Championship side Millwall on Thursday in the second leg of their first round UEFA Cup match. The first leg finished 1-1 in in London.
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