Horrific football violence in Morocco, more than 50 casualties

Moroccan police said at least three people were killed and 50 injured in a clash between fans of the same team after the end of a match on the evening of March 19 at the Mohammed V stadium in Casablanca.

At least three people were killed in the clash.

Video footage posted on social media shows serious violence between Raja Casablanca fans after the match between the team and Chabab Rif al Hoceima ended in a 2-1 victory for Raja Casablanca.

Two people died at the scene, while a 14-year-old boy died later from serious injuries.

Police have arrested 41 people for involvement in clashes or vandalism outside the stadium. Authorities have opened an investigation to clarify the circumstances surrounding the violence.

Following the incident, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation announced that five home matches of Raja Casablanca would be played behind closed doors, as a punishment for the team.

According to Vietnam+