Chelsea Fans Beaten and Injured Ahead of PAOK Clash

PAOK fans are suspected to be behind an attack on two Chelsea fans. AFP

Greek authorities say two Chelsea fans were injured in an attack by suspected local fans ahead of a Europa League match at PAOK.

Police say that two English men were beaten by three assailants in central Thessaloniki shortly before dawn on Thursday, and declined to be taken to hospital after receiving first aid from ambulance crew.

The assailants eluded police, and the victims elected not to press charges.

Chelsea had advised fans not to attend the away game following advice from Greek police.

A club statement read: “We are grateful to the Greek authorities for making us aware of their stipulations well in advance of the game but we strongly advise that this match will not be appropriate for all of our supporters to attend.”

Supporters were also told not to travel to the match alone and instead use coaches from the city centre to and from Toumba Stadium.

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