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Local football side, Vetra Vilnius' 'Vetra Stadium' saw some of the most violent scenes of its brief history this weekend when a match between the home team and Legia Warsaw erupted into violence. With Ventra leading 2-0 going into halftime of their Intertoto Cup match, dissatisfied Legia fans stormed the pitch and engaged in a violent altercation with police. The match was immediately abandoned as police attempted to control the hooligans and remove them from the stadium. Lithuanian TV broadcasts showed riot police using tear gas, flares, horses and dogs in the middle of the field to control the scene. About 100 Polish fans were arrested, most of whom were later released. While it's unclear whether the result will stand, the UEFA is likely to come down hard on Legia Warsaw, based on the actions of their fans. | Source: Vilnius Life | July.10.2007 |
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