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Vigo Police Detain Five Celta Ultras Over Violent Cafe Attack After Celta–Nice Match

Police cite an intelligence probe that links five suspected Tropas de Breogán members to the Casco Vello assault.

Overview

  • National Police detained five alleged members of the Celta ultras group Tropas de Breogán in connection with an attack on Nice supporters at a Casco Vello cafe.
  • Investigators report the group sought rival fans after the October 23 game, found them after midnight on October 24, tried to block the doors, and hurled bricks, a ripped exterior shelf, and terrace stools at the venue.
  • The incident caused more than €4,200 in damage and resulted in a minor injury, with the victim declining to file a formal complaint, according to police.
  • The Vigo–Redondela information brigade attributed the events to five suspects, who face public disorder and damage charges, were released pending a court appearance, and were proposed for sanctions under Spain’s sports law.
  • Local Police separately reported overnight public-order actions, including a nightclub arrest for injuries and disobedience and the discovery of suspects damaging a Christmas tree near Porta do Sol.