Police feared England fans were going to die in ‘barbaric’ Euro 2016 violence

The violent clashes between fans have raised concerns ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

A senior British police officer has revealed there were fears that five England fans would die after being attacked by Russian hooligans during "barbaric" scenes in Marseille at Euro 2016.

England's opening match of the tournament against Russia on June 11 was marred by violent clashes between fans - inside and outside the stadium - and has raised concerns ahead of the 2018 World Cup, which is to be staged in Russia.