Germany's Euro 2024: Successful Tournament with Minimal Security Issues
High police presence and border controls credited for fewer incidents than expected during the month-long event.
- 2.6 million attended matches, with 6 million more in fan zones across 10 cities.
- Police recorded 2,340 offenses, including 700 cases of bodily harm and 120 thefts.
- 170 arrests and 320 temporary detentions were made during the tournament.
- Temporary border controls led to 1,112 arrests for unauthorized entries.
- Authorities praised the event as a 'fantastic football festival' with strong community spirit.