Football fans face police checks after Sunday's rail fire

The two football clubs have been sanctioned after crowd trouble at Sunday’s Lake Geneva derby led to major rail disruption in Lausanne.

The cantons of Vaud and Geneva, along with the City of Lausanne, say they are activating the “Progresso” security framework following incidents involving supporters of Servette FC and FC Lausanne-Sport.

A fire broke out at Lausanne railway station after the match, reportedly caused by a thrown firework. The damage caused major delays.

Supporters at both clubs will be checked for the next few matches as they enter the stadiums and the management will have to have talks with the authorities on how to control the crowds in the future. 

Police are investigating and say those responsible face prosecution.

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