Amsterdam authorities are beefing up security for tomorrow’s first-leg Europa League match between Ajax and Manchester United, saying there was “an in-creased chance of confrontation” between fans.
“We think there is an increased chance of confrontation between supporter groups and possibly possession of weapons,” Amsterdam’s city council said in a statement yesterday.
“Therefore, Mayor Eberhard van der Laan has proclaimed a safety-risk area ahead, during and after the game at the Ajax Arena,” which will allow police to deploy extra members and search for weapons.
Some 2,500 Red Devil supporters have bought tickets, the statement added, but it was expected another group of between 1,000 and 2,500 fans will buy tickets at the stadium.