Police investigating antisemitic Nazi chants from Hajduk Split fans
Footage shows Hajduk supporters chanting outside the stadium about Auschwitz and Adolf Hitler before their Conference League match against Ajax.
Croatian police are investigating allegations of antisemitic chanting by Hajduk Split supporters before their Conference League match against Ajax on Thursday. Footage shows fans outside the stadium chanting about Auschwitz and in support of Adolf Hitler. A yellow car carrying a coffin marked with the word "Ajax" led a large supporters' march to the stadium.
Hajduk's ombudswoman called the incident a "manifestation of hatred and intolerance," and the Croatian government condemned the chanting as "unacceptable." Local police have made arrests in connection with the chants and are tracking down further individuals. Hajduk won the match 2-1 but play was halted for about 10 minutes due to fireworks in the stands.
The club issued an apology on social media, although it did not specifically address the antisemitic chants. Uefa has no jurisdiction over off-stadium incidents but can take action if they occur in the stands or precinct. Croatia's football has faced sanctions for antisemitic and discriminatory behavior in the past.
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