Fans of RB Leipzig are cautioned regarding Belgrade
With the upcoming match between RB Leipzig and Red Star Belgrade, safety concerns are at the forefront of discussions due to past incidents of fan violence and hooliganism.
Historically, football matches involving these two teams have been marred by clashes between rival fans or between fans and police during away games. Red Star Belgrade, known for their intense fanaticism, has been a significant contributor to these incidents due to political and historical tensions.
To ensure safety, UEFA has imposed a partial stadium ban for Red Star Belgrade in the upcoming match. The police will be on duty with 800 officers, a testament to the potentially violent Belgrade fan scene. RB Leipzig has warned its fans about potential dangers during the away match, urging them not to conspicuously display their fan gear around the city on Tuesday at 21:00 CET.
The club has also taken measures to ensure the safety of its fans. They will be transported to the stadium by shuttle buses from the city centre. Fans are advised to use only authorized taxis and official money exchange points to avoid any unwanted incidents.
The U19 team of RB Leipzig, which plays in the Youth League against Belgrade's youth team on Tuesday afternoon, will attend the professional team's match in the evening. However, the players will not be in RB attire, but in civilian clothes, according to a report by "Bild".
The first leg in Leipzig saw incidents of violence and property damage among Red Star Belgrade fans, with fights among supporters in the fan block and explosives-related violations. The club urges its fans to avoid such behaviour to ensure a peaceful match.
The match in Belgrade on October 2nd ended in a 2:2 draw, and around 500 Leipzig fans are expected to be at the stadium for the return leg. Due to a choreography in honor of an attack by Serbian extremists, only 45,000 fans, not over 50,000, will be allowed into the stadium.
For detailed and up-to-date information about any particular match or event involving these teams' fans, I recommend checking official UEFA reports, reputable sports news websites, or fan safety briefings directly related to football matches between RB Leipzig and Red Star Belgrade.
In the light of the previous incidents of violence and hooliganism during football matches between RB Leipzig and Red Star Belgrade, the upcoming Champions League game is a cause for safety concerns. Red Star Belgrade, notorious for their intense fanaticism, has been a recurring factor in such incidents due to political and historical tensions.
