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Man attacked in western Athens over sports club rivalry

Man attacked in western Athens over sports club rivalry

Some 20 people on motorcycles attacked a man outside a sports fan club in Peristeri, western Athens, early Tuesday morning.

The man was hospitalized while his attackers also caused damage to a car parked nearby.

It was not clear why the man was attacked but reports said it was linked to a sports club rivalry. The club was closed at the time of the attack.

Police said they detained 14 people in connection with the incident.

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