Newcastle United condemn ‘unacceptable treatment’ of supporters by French police

Newcastle United have announced that they will formally raise concerns with UEFA, Olympique de Marseille and French police after what the club described as the “unacceptable” post-match handling of their fans during Tuesday’s Champions League fixture at the Stade Vélodrome. In a statement published by the Premier League club, Newcastle allege that police then prevented remaining supporters from moving and used force indiscriminately, including pepper spray, batons and shields. The…