Two people were detained in San Sebastian this Friday, and at least four others sustained minor injuries. The clashes in the Amara district caused noticeable property damage across streets and storefronts, drawing a strong response from local authorities.
The events unfolded around three in the afternoon, according to the Basque Security Department. Police units remained on alert as the situation developed near the city’s football stadium, where a match between Real Sociedad and Betis was scheduled for 21:00. Eyewitnesses reported groups of people converging with visible tension, and officers were deployed to manage the growing crowd and prevent further violence on nearby avenues.
Ertzaintza patrols concentrated their efforts in the area, focusing on the main thoroughfares where large assemblies had formed. Witnesses noted that some groups gathered on Isabel II street, exchanging heated words before turning to physical confrontations. In other spots, damaged furniture and various materials indicated that property was being targeted during the disturbances.
As the clashes continued, a number of individuals were identified by authorities, leading to two arrests on suspicions related to involvement in the incidents. The other four injuries were treated at the scene and then transported by ambulance to a local hospital for follow-up care.
Two 25-year-old men were detained and moved to police facilities to undergo the relevant procedures as part of the investigation and the ongoing stabilization efforts in the aftermath of the events.
Authorities emphasized that the primary goal of the operations was to restore order, safeguard bystanders, and ensure the security of residents and attendees heading to the stadium for the evening match. Local services monitored the area to prevent further disturbances and to coordinate with venue security personnel as preparations continued for the game later in the day.