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West Ham are investigating allegations that two German commentators were attacked by supporters during Thursday’s Europa League semi-final first leg against Eintracht Frankfurt.
German outlet Bild reported during the match that the commentators, who were working for ARD, had their headsets ripped off and were punched several times.
The alleged incident at the London Stadium is said to have taken place after Michail Antonio scored in the 21st minute to cancel out Ansgar Knauff’s early opener.
A West Ham statement on Friday read: “The club is aware of the incident and will be working to identify the offender.
“In line with our zero-tolerance approach, anyone identified will have their details passed to the police.
“They will be given an indefinite ban and be unable to enter London Stadium and travel with the club. There is no place for this kind of behaviour.”
German journalist Philipp Hofmeister, one of those reported to have been targeted, tweeted after the match: “We are doing okay.
“Best wishes to all West Ham supporters who love football and respect their opponents.”
Frankfurt went on to win the game 2-1 thanks to Daichi Kamada’s 54th-minute tap-in. The return leg takes place at Deutsche Bank Park next Thursday.
