THIS is the terrifying moment Man United fans are “attacked” by Fenerbahce ultras in Istanbul just hours before the Europa League clash.
The Fenerbahce are captured storming the fans who were sat having a casual drink before sparking a violent brawl.
Footage shared on social media showed an attack taking place outside a bar in Istanbul.
The video shows Man Utd fans sitting and chatting ahead of the Europe League clash before a clan of thugs dressed in all-black swarm in.
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But soon they are captured desperately scrambling from the scene as a chair is launched in their direction.
Within a few seconds more chairs appear to fly through the air at the Man Utd fans.
More ultras then seem to get involved as they swarm the bar and continue to use chairs as weapons.
Several tourists were captured desperately fleeing the dangerous scene.
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It’s currently unknown whether any injuries were sustained.
But this isn’t the first time an alleged attack has taken place.
In a separate incident as many as 50 Fenerbahce fans are said to have “swarmed” a group of United fans who had travelled to Istanbul for the match.
Footage shared on social media showed an attack taking place outside of the Grand Hisar Hotel.
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Multiple Man Utd fans injured after ‘being ambushed by 50 Fenerbahce ultras in Istanbul’ ahead of Europa League clash
The videos showed footage of ultras charging and assaulting fans, leaving several injured.
A self-professed “anarchist” account on X by the name of GFB Bogaz Hooligans boasted about the footage after posting it online.
The account shared a 26-second video of the attacks with the caption: “This is İSTANBUL!”
An ominous post on their Instagram page showed an apparent group of hooligans on bikes.
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It was captioned: “On the first punch of a fight… Manchester is now truly RED :).”
One Red Devils fan who was caught up in the attacks told StrettyNews how five fans were “swarmed” by a violent mob.
They said: “About 50 of them swarmed us.
“One lad followed me down a street and pretended to help before hitting me a shot into the jaw.”
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They added that two members of their group were left injured by glasses and a crowbar.
A separate incident is said to have involved 20 Fenerbahce fans descending upon a smaller group of United fans.
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The Fenerbahce ultra account posted a screenshot of an apparent online conversation between them and a so-called United fan.
They said: “A response has been given to the traitors who insulted our religious and national values and gave us a position.”
The pictures detailed how an offensive message was sent to start the exchange before messages of “see you soon”, and “let’s go” were sent before sending the location as the Celtic Irish Pub in Istanbul.
The pub is approximately an 11-minute walk from where one of the attacks took place.
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SunSport were unable to track down a social media account with the details shared in the screenshot, meaning the message could have been fabricated or the original account was changed or deleted.
Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.
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Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break. Probably Man Utd’s best defender on the night.
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Victor Lindelof – 4
Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.
Hauled off in the 54th minute.
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Lisandro Martinez – 5
Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.
Christian Eriksen – 7
Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.
The midfielder has now provided a goal involvement in every Europa League game this season for United.
Manuel Ugarte – 6
Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.
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Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.
Noussair Mazraoui – 6
Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.
Eventually moved to left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.
Marcus Rashford – 5
Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.
Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.
Alejandro Garnacho – 6
Played a key role in the build-up to Eriksen’s goal by making a direct run into the box.
Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.
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Joshua Zirkzee – 5
A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.
Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute.
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But time and football don’t stand still and this weekend the two meet with the Sky Blues in the relegation zone and Luton just two points above the dotted line.
Mark Robins’ side have lost four of their past six league matches with the manager – the longest-serving in the EFL – asking fans to stay positive despite a poor start to the campaign.
Ellis Simms managed 19 goals in all competitions last season but has found the net just twice so far – they need him to start firing.
Luton, like all teams fresh from the Premier League and awash with parachute payments, were expected to make a much better fist of things than they are at present.
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While fellow relegated sides Burnley and Sheffield United are among the front runners, Rob Edwards has watched his team win just three of their opening 11 games.
Just like Coventry they have goalscoring issues, especially on the road, as only Stoke City and Plymouth Argyle have found the target fewer times than the Hatters’ two on their travels.
You wonder what the consequences might be for the defeated on Saturday.
TOTTENHAM made it a hat-trick of Europa League wins thanks to Richarlison’s penalty against ten-man AZ Alkmaar.
The Brazilian converted from the spot on 53 minutes in an opening goal that eventually separated the sides.
And the visitor’s night got even worse with five minutes to go when David Moller Wolfe was shown a second yellow.
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Here is how Dan King rated Spurs’ players from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Fraser Forster – 7
Brilliant save and good rush from line in first half to stop Spurs falling behind. A spectator for most of the second half but made smart stop in last 20 minutes.
Archie Gray – 5
Unable to team up with fellow teenager Moore in first half to match threat from Tottenham’s other flank and struggled with pace of Ernest Poku.
Radu Dragusin – 5
Another mixed display. Good on the ball one moment, not so much the next. Sometimes looked strong, but then vulnerable, especially when Alkmaar ran at him.
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Ben Davies – 7
Tottenham’s Mr Dependable was their most convincing defender, thanks mainly to good positioning and calmness. Although even he showed signs of tension late on.
Destiny Udogie – 6
Did a bit of everything in the opening 45 minutes, although as usual his work in opposition half tended to be better. Less adventurous in the second half.
Rodrigo Bentancur – 6
After a commanding start, was unable to stop Alkmaar from gaining a first-half foothold. Apart from occasional lapses, maintained his authority better after the break.
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Mikey Moore – 7
Missed golden early chance and looked uncomfortable on right. Immediate, massive improvement when switched to left, running at defence and creating chances..
Lucas Bergvall – 8
Impressive display with everything but a goal. Full of running, composed, and found killer passes that should have become assists. But had to go off injured.
James Maddison – 7
Skipper for the night had some lovely moments without finding a decisive contribution – until he let Richarlison have the penalty.
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Timo Werner – 5
Superb cross for Moore chance but woeful finish when played through by Bergvall told you everything about his confidence levels. Hooked at half time.
Richarlison – 6
Busy and committed in first half, but ball wasn’t sticking much. Really wanted to take the penalty and converting it should be a morale boost. Lasted just over an hour.
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Brennan Johnson (for Werner, half time) – 5
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Failed to make most of a Bergvall pass. Quieter than usual.
Dominic Solanke (for Richarlison, 65) – 6
Worked hard without having a sight of goal.
Dejan Kulusevski (for Bergvall, 73) – 6
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Gave the Spurs midfield the legs it needed to see out game.
Pape Sarr (for Maddison, 73) – 6
Also brought an injection of energy to dampen Alkmaar hopes of a comeback.
Wilson Odobert (for Moore, 87) – 6
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Had two sights of goal but steered second wide from close range.
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