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The number of violence-related incidents in professional football competitions fell by nearly 37% up to January 4, according to the PSP's National Office for Sports Events (PNID), which warns of the growth of 'casuals' in Portugal.
Most of the supporters were arrested following a brawl in a café.
When the clashes occurred, the victim was already on the premises.
Members of two football supporters' groups caused panic in Barreiro on Sunday night after violent clashes. The Barreirense and Olímpico do Montijo supporters engaged in mutual attacks in the street, using pyrotechnic devices. Everything was captured on amateur footage. The match between the two teams had no police presence and, by the time the PSP (Public Security Police) arrived, those involved had already dispersed.
