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Hertha wants to "critically review" Dresden riots with fans

Hertha wants to "critically review" Dresden riots with fans
The police tried to force Dynamo fans back into their block. / Photo: Sebastian Kahnert/dpa
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The riots at Dynamo against Hertha have caused a lot of trouble. The Berliners want to help clarify the situation, but do not want to jump to conclusions.

Hertha BSC wants to actively help with the investigation following the violent riots at the Dynamo Dresden match. The second division soccer club will support the measures taken by the security authorities, the capital city club announced. However, the club does not want to get ahead of the investigation or take part in speculation. "We are therefore currently unable to make a proper assessment of the triggers and processes and are also not entitled to do so for legal reasons."

Hertha is in close contact with Dynamo, the German Football Association and the security authorities. "In addition, we see an exchange with the active fan scene, in which the events are critically reviewed, as urgently required," it said.

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More than a dozen investigations

In the match between Dynamo and Hertha, pyrotechnics were initially set off by both fan camps in Dresden's Rudolf Harbig Stadium. Fans then climbed over the fences. Dresden supporters ran along the pitch to the Hertha fan block wearing masks and stole a guest flag. Pyrotechnics were shot back and forth. There were two stoppages and police officers stormed onto the pitch. The Berliners went on to win the match 1:0. The police launched more than a dozen investigations.

This is the third time this season that clashes between Hertha fans and police have caused a nationwide stir. Previously, this happened at the home games against Dresden and FC Schalke 04. After the latter game, the Berliners clearly backed their supporters and criticized the police's tactics.

Looking ahead to the home game against Lautern

After the incidents in Dresden, managing director Peter Görlich said: "Of course, this is grist to the mill of the big critics. We are aware of that." The events do not correspond to his "set of values".

Hertha will host 1 FC Kaiserslautern at the Olympiastadion on Saturday (13:00/Sky). Regarding possible changes to the security concept for the game, the Berliners explained that they are in constant communication with the authorities and that "all known information and knowledge gained about current situations and developments will be included in the assessment".

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