Brighton: English club reports objects being thrown at fans in Europa League tie against Roma

Brighton have reported objects being thrown at their fans by Roma supporters in their Europa League tie in Italy.

“We have reported to Uefa and Italian Police and requested immediate action be taken.”

Brighton were beaten 4-0 in the first leg of their last-16 tie against the Serie A side.

Two Brighton & Hove Albion fans were stabbed in Rome before their side’s match.

One fan said he was in a group who were attacked by about six people wearing balaclavas.

He added two friends were stabbed, with one remaining in hospital and told BBC Sussex he had been punched and kicked.

About 3,500 Brighton fans travelled to Rome for the first leg of the tie.