Investigations launched into fan violence at French game

PARIS (AP) — The public prosecutors’ office in Nice has launched investigations into the violence that marred a Europa Conference League match and left 32 people injured. The start of Thursday’s match between Nice and Cologne was delayed by about an hour because of fights among supporters in the stands at Allianz Riviera stadium. The game ended 1-1. Prosecutors opened three investigations into the violence not only inside the stadium but also outside it as well as in downtown Nice. The goal is to “identify and arrest” those responsible. The disorder is also subject to a UEFA disciplinary case with eight charges against Nice, including failure to screen and search spectators, and three against Cologne.