Abete defends Rome police

Italy’s football supremo on Thursday defended the policemen on duty at the Stadio Olimpico for the clash between Roma and Manchester United.

Italy’s football supremo on Thursday defended the policemen on duty at the Stadio Olimpico for the clash between Roma and Manchester United.

Italian police have come under fire from the British media for their alleged heavy-handed treatment of United supporters during violent clashes at the game.

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