Nineteen people are arrested in Buenos Aires during celebrations after Argentina’s national team defeats Egypt 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Coverage from local outlets describes public celebrations that draw crowds into central areas, including near the Obelisk, but also includes clashes between fans and police. Reports indicate that police officers are injured during the incidents; Clarin says five officers are hurt, with two suffering fractures. Another outlet reports at least nine arrests connected to the same celebrations, citing local media. The difference in reported arrest totals reflects varying accounts during the night and early reporting updates. Authorities handle the arrests amid the broader public festivities across Argentina, which follow the team’s late, high-scoring match result. The reports agree that unrest occurs alongside celebrations in Buenos Aires and that law enforcement injuries are part of the reported incidents.
Nineteen arrests in Buenos Aires as Argentina fans celebrate World Cup win
Nineteen people are arrested in Buenos Aires during celebrations after Argentina’s national team defeats Egypt 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Coverage from local outlets describes public c...
- Argentina beats Egypt 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
- Celebrations in Buenos Aires include crowds gathering near central landmarks such as the Obelisk.
- Police and fans clash during the celebrations, leading to arrests.
- Local reports cite at least nine arrests, with another report stating nineteen arrests.
- Five police officers are injured, including two officers with fractures.
Nineteen people were arrested in Buenos Aires amid celebrations across Argentina after the national team claimed a dramatic 3-2 win over Egypt on Tuesday to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup. Five cops were injured, two of them suffered fractures, according to the Clarin newspaper.
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