Fans and police injured in pitch invasion during ‘high risk’ German Cup tie

Waldhof Mannheim and Kaiserslautern game halted for 30 minutes as eight people hospitalised with about 100 injured. About 100 people, including 35 police officers, were injured after fan incidents during the German Cup first-round match between hosts Waldhof Mannheim and Kaiserslautern late Friday, local police confirmed.

Designated as high risk beforehand due to the rivalry between the teams’ fans, the match was halted for approximately 30 minutes at the end of regulation time with the scores locked at 0-0. Maresca says he needs time after ‘big changes’ at Man City New boss Iraola aims to reignite Liverpool’s title push as season starts Premier League is back: All to know as the 2026-27 season kicks off Premier League form guide: Ranking the title contenders for 2026-27 season Police said fans from the visitors’ end fired flares towards the main stand, with home supporters then storming the pitch in response. “A total of 85 people required medical attention, with eight transported to the hospital for further treatment,” the police said in a statement.

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