Paris in Chaos: Football Fans Riot After France’s World Cup Exit

Arson, riots and chaos on the streets — even the “city of light” could not escape the passions of football. Supporters vented their anger on the French capital following the national team’s defeat in the World Cup semi-final.

Radicals smashed shop windows and set cars on fire, despite all security measures in place.

Police eventually detained 141 fans for street disturbances and the use of pyrotechnics.