West Ham investigate reports of alleged attack on German commentators
West Ham has initiated an investigation into reports that two German commentators were assaulted by supporters inside the London Stadium.
is looking into claims that two German commentators were assaulted by fans during the first leg of the
Europa League semi-final
against
Eintracht Frankfurton Thursday. ARD commentators had their headsets torn off and were attacked multiple times during the match, according to German news site Bild.
The alleged incident occurred after
Michail Antonioscored in the 21st minute to cancel out Ansgar Knauff's early opening at the London Stadium. "The club is aware of the incident and will be attempting to identify the offender," West Ham said in a statement on Friday.
"Anyone recognized will have their information forwarded to the authorities in accordance with our zero-tolerance policy. They will be barred from entering London Stadium and traveling with the club for an indefinite period." This type of behavior has no place in our society."
"We are doing okay," German journalist Philipp Hofmeister, who is said to have been targeted, tweeted after the match. To all West Ham fans who love football and respect their opponents, my best wishes."
Due to
Daichi Kamada
's 54th-minute tap-in, Frankfurt went on to win the game 2-1. The return leg is scheduled for next Thursday at Deutsche Bank Park.
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