This archive report was first published on 14 July 2021.
Published on July 14, 2021, a chaotic scene unfolded at Wembley Stadium before the Euro 2020 final between England and Italy.
England defender Harry Maguire revealed that his father was left with rib injuries and struggled to breathe after being trampled by fans during the crowd disturbances.
Supporters clashed with each other and officials, breached security cordons, and charged into the perimeter area of Wembley before the start of the game, which Italy won in a penalty shootout.
British police reported that 19 of its officers were injured, while 86 people, including 53 at the venue, were arrested.
European soccer's governing body, UEFA, opened disciplinary proceedings and charged England's Football Association for the disturbances.
"I think he was involved in a stampede and suffered a couple of injuries to his ribs. I spoke to him, he said he was scared," Maguire told The Sun.
"I don't want anyone to experience that going to watch football, especially a major final," Maguire added.
The FA condemned the behaviour of fans who forced their way into the stadium and announced a full review into the security breach.
