Euro 2020 Fan Frenzy Captured in Netflix Documentary
6,000 Ticketless Fans Storm Wembley
Chaos and Disappointment at Historic Match
A new Netflix documentary sheds light on the chaos that unfolded at the Euro 2020 Final, when thousands of ticketless fans stormed Wembley Stadium in London.
The incident, which occurred on July 11, 2021, marred what was supposed to be a historic moment for English football. The home team was just minutes away from winning its first major tournament in 55 years when the stadium was overrun by fans.
The documentary, titled "Wembley: The Chaos Within," reveals that a combination of poor security and overzealous fans led to the invasion. Thousands of people had been drinking heavily outside the stadium and were desperate to get inside for the match.
The documentary interviews fans, security personnel, and police officers who witnessed the chaos firsthand. It also includes previously unseen footage of the incident, which shows the extent of the violence and disorder that took place.
The incident left a lasting scar on the Euro 2020 Final, which England ultimately lost to Italy on penalty kicks. It also raised concerns about the safety and security of major sporting events.
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