Fight of Beverwijk, Football hooliganism in the Netherlands
The Battle of Beverwijk is a notorious confrontation between rival football hooligans.
This violent clash occurred on March 23, 1997, resulting in one death and many injuries.
It highlights the dark side of football fan culture and its propensity for violence.
Efforts to curb hooliganism have been important for Dutch football security policies.
The incident led to increased police measures and awareness of football hooliganism.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
GPS coordinates
52.47544,4.68018
Latest update
August 31, 2026 12:28
