German derby turns violent: 85 injured including 35 police officers in German Cup match

Violence erupted during the derby between Waldhof Mannheim and Kaiserslautern on Friday, August 21.

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85 people were injured, including 35 police officers, following rocket launches and pitch invasions.

German police have launched an investigation into the incidents.

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