The Mayor of Rome promised “it won’t end here” after Feyenoord hooligans “devastated” historic monuments.
The clashes between drunk fans and police have been going since last night and reached an apex before this evening’s Europa League game at the Stadio Olimpico.
There are photographs now showing the historic Fontana della Barcaccia in Piazza di Spagna, recently renovated and built in 1692, with a large chunk smashed off the side.
The Mayor of Rome promised “it won’t end here” after Feyenoord hooligans “devastated” historic monuments.
The clashes between drunk fans and police have been going since last night and reached an apex before this evening’s Europa League game at the Stadio Olimpico.
There are photographs now showing the historic Fontana della Barcaccia in Piazza di Spagna, recently renovated and built in 1692, with a large chunk smashed off the side.
The fountain itself is full of litter, broken bottles, debris and a Feyenoord flag, while there are also reports of more damage to the central column.
“Rome has been devastated and wounded by this,” wrote Mayor of Rome Ignazio Marino on Twitter.
“We are in contact with the authorities and the Dutch Ambassador. It will not end here. I protested and demanded an explanation from those who are responsible for public order in this city.
“We found damage to the Barcaccia, which had just been restored. This violence is unacceptable and Romans will not be the ones who have to pay for it.”
Feyenoord were ejected from the 2006-07 UEFA Cup for similar scenes in the French town of Nancy and could face serious repercussions.