PARIS (AP) — Seven fans who made Nazi salutes during a Nations League match between France and Croatia have been taken into custody, the Paris police prefect said on Monday.
Laurent Nunez said security measures put in place for Sunday's game at the Stade de France led to the arrest of the seven individuals who made the gestures. Contacted by The Associated Press, the police prefecture did not say which team the fans supported.
“Sport is and must remain a celebration,” Nunez said in a statement on social media. “These individuals have no business in a sports arena.