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Strip searches before kick-off: ultras boycott Bundesliga match!
Dec 13 2025 18:16 · By onefootball.com · 118 Reads
Intense excitement before the Bundesliga top match between Bayer Leverkusen and 1. FC Köln!
As confirmed by a present Effzeh supporter to the 'Express', strip searches were conducted on some of the traveling guest fans in front of the BayArena. Numerous Cologne fans report similar experiences on 'X'.
– Saturday, 13 December 2025
In solidarity, further supporters are staying away from the match. Even ultras who were already in the stadium immediately began their journey home.
According to 'Sky' reports, 500-600 Cologne fans have now withdrawn from the venue. The club itself has confirmed the departure and stated that they are striving for clarification.
– Saturday, 13 December 2025
When asked about the checks, Bayer CEO Fernando Carro explained in the 'Sky' interview that he had heard about it. Currently, he does not know the exact background and therefore wants to trust the police and security forces.
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