English fans attack Italians after EURO 2020 loss; hurl racist abuses, vandalise flag

After Italy lifted EURO 2020 trophy against England in an epic finale to European Championships at Wembley, violence ensued onto streets of London with disgruntled England fans unleashing mayhem onto ir Italian counterparts. While  aftermath of match saw both celebrations and mourning, it also saw an ugly side of some England sports fans who began to physically, verbally, and racially attacking ir Italian counterparts. streets of London saw vandalism and violence which escalated to physical brawls between some groups. In some visuals, English fans were seen insulting Italy's national flag by stomping on it.

Netizens React to Wembley violence

Several visitors who h gone to catch Italy vs England Euro 2020 Final took to Twitter to share videos of violence condemning England fans for being 'sore losers.'

English fans subject own players to racial abuse

Apart from Wembley violence, even England's own players who missed penalty kicks against Italy in Euro 2020 final were subjected to racial abuse online. After Italy vs England match, English Football Association issued a statement condemning language used against players.

“ FA strongly condemns all forms of discrimination and is appalled by online racism that has been aimed at some of our England players on social media,” statement said. “We could not be clearer that anyone behind such disgusting behaviour is not welcome in following team. We will do all we can to support players affected while urging toughest punishments possible for anyone responsible,” it ded

Notably, ugly scenes h broken out in London even before match when hundreds of fans without tickets tried to enter Wembley Stium and attempted to battle with stewards and police to go past lines. Italy lifted Euro 2020 title by edging England on penalties 3-2, 1-1 after extra time.