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Man shot, 160 arrested as riots erupt across France following World Cup loss

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Man shot, 160 arrested as riots erupt across France following World Cup loss

Violence and chaos have erupted once again across France following their World Cup defeat to Spain.

Paris and Lyon have both been hit by riots, with fire burning and heavily armed police deployed.

In Lyon, a man was shot and wounded as the match was ending, with France falling to a 2-0 semifinal exit at the hands of their neighbours.

Two suspects fled the scene on a scooter, with the reason for the attack unknown, according to French outlet ActuLyon.

French police officers at night near the Place de la Bastille in Paris.

Violence and chaos have erupted once again across France following their World Cup defeat to Spain. AFP via Getty Images

A dejected France football fan sits on the curb, holding a phone, after the World Cup semi-final loss.

A supporter of France’s national football team reacts after the 2026 World Cup semi-final football match between France and Spain near Place de la Bastille in Paris on July 14, 2026. AFP via Getty Images

Tear gas was set off by police in the city in an attempt to disperse crowds, with four people arrested for throwing projectiles.

It is estimated that at least 160 arrests have been made across the country, with police officers attacked.

Many of the arrests were related to the use of firework mortars aimed at law enforcement and emergency services, a source at the Paris Police Prefecture told BFMTV.

French team players express disappointment after losing to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final.

French team players express disappointment after losing to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final. PSNEWZ/SIPA/Shutterstock

A French football fan reacts with hands over his eyes while watching a match at a cafe in Paris.

Fans of France’s national football team react as he watches the 2026 World Cup semi-final football match between France and Spain AFP via Getty Images

No one was injured in Paris or Lyon, with no major property damage being reported.

Police praised the majority of fans who acted responsibly after the shock defeat.

The game took place on the same day as Bastille Day – an annual holiday in France – with planned celebrations pushed back so people could watch the game.

French police car with flashing lights driving at night.

Paris and Lyon have both been hit by riots, with fire burning and heavily armed police deployed. AFP via Getty Images

France had deployed an extra 70,000 security personnel across the country due to the World Cup and Bastille Day clashes.

It comes after precautions were put in place to prepare for a potential unruly aftermath of France’s quarter-final tie with Morocco.

There was also unrest following Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League final a few weeks ago, with significant damage to property and fires breaking out across Paris.

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