Copenhagen player charged with assaulting police officer at Celtic
Written by News on 29/02/2020
A player and steward from FC Copenhagen have been charged over an alleged assault on a police officer during the club’s Europa League match with Celtic.
Michael Santos, who scored in his side’s 3-1 victory at Celtic Park, and the steward were spoken to by Police Scotland officers.
Footage appeared to show an incident involving another Copenhagen goalscorer, Pep Biel, in which the club say he was grabbed by “an official”.
Copenhagen said a steward “tried to prevent a clash” before being taken away by officers, with Santos also speaking to police. Both have since been charged over the incident.
A statement on the Danish club’s website said: “After Pep Biel’s 2-1-goal at Celtic Park there was turmoil in front of the FCK fan section after an official grabbed Pep Biel during the celebration.
“One of our stewards tried to prevent a clash and was led away and talked with Scottish police.
“Michael Santos also talked with the police, who subsequently have charged them both.
“They travelled home with the team, and we are now waiting to see if the Scottish police will pursue the case. We will co-operate if they want more information from the club.
“Those involved are not going to comment on the episode.”
Eight fans were also arrested at the game in Glasgow on Thursday night.
Six of those were home fans, while two were travelling supporters.
A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “In connection with an assault, we can confirm two males aged 42 and 26 were charged and a report will be made to the procurator fiscal.”
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