Pyro, scandals, and records: A look at Europe's football stands
From aggressive displays in Paris to a record-breaking derby in Gdansk, here is a roundup of the week's most vibrant fan actions.
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The European week was defined by intense activity from ultras. During the PSG versus Barcelona clash, Paris supporters unveiled a banner depicting a 'Leatherface' character destroying the Catalan club's emblem. The provocative display led to an official complaint from the Spanish side.
In the Champions League, Lens fans organized a massive three-tier display during their match against Sporting, titled 'The European Tour'. Meanwhile, Stuttgart supporters dedicated their tifo to their home city during the game against Atletico Madrid.
In Croatia, support for Hajduk Split caused a 12-minute match stoppage due to heavy pyrotechnics. The club now faces disciplinary proceedings from UEFA regarding the illegal use of flares and blocked stadium aisles.
The 'Tricity' derby in Poland between Lechia Gdansk and Arka Gdynia set an attendance record with 37,501 fans. Elsewhere, a high-scoring regional derby saw Bayern Munich's second team win 4-2, highlighting that intense atmosphere is not exclusive to elite leagues.
Fans also came together for moving tributes. Supporters of FC Copenhagen honored their late ultra Mathias Blindbaek Schluter with a dedicated performance, a sentiment echoed by Hamburg fans who maintained strong ties with the deceased fan.