26 Aug 2019 | 06:20 PM UTC
Serbia: Potential violence at soccer match in Belgrade August 27
Risk of violence ahead, during, and following soccer game in Belgrade August 27; heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions expected on match day
Event
Outbursts of violence are possible ahead, during, and following a soccer game scheduled to begin at 21:00 (local time) in Belgrade on Tuesday, August 27. Serbian football club Red Star will face off against Swiss team Young Boys at Rajko Mitic Stadium. At least 50,000 people are expected to attend the match.
A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions can be expected throughout the city and in the vicinity of the stadium on match day.
Advice
Individuals in Belgrade are advised to stay clear of Rajko Mitic Stadium and public match-viewing events.
