Volleyball
Photos from the arrivals in front of Melina Merkouri
View photos of hundreds of arrivals of those staying at “Melina Merkouris” after the incidents that broke out outside the closed area during the Olympiakos-Panathinaikos Festival.
Police arrested hundreds of people staying in “Melina Merkouri” as part of a major operation that began shortly before midnight.
The serious incidents that previously occurred outside the stadium during the Olympiakos-Panathinaikos derby led to A police officer was seriously injured and taken to intensive care.
Police forces responded by using tear gas, which created an oppressive atmosphere in the stadium and led to a temporary and then permanent suspension of play.
Police ordered everyone to stay indoors and only allowed women and children to leave Melina Merkouri.
Even the teams left the hall almost an hour after the break and after there was relative approval from the police.
Hundreds of people remained around the stadium awaiting developments, including journalists, members of the administration and representatives of Olympiakos’ sponsors. Afterwards, introductions took place.
Source: sport 24
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