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Portuguese politician Rui Rio critical of 'foreigners' being allowed in for the Champions League final in Porto despite games in the country largely being played behind closed doors... and with Man City and Chelsea fans drunkenly brawling in the streets

Prominent Portuguese politician Rui Rio has criticised the decision for 'foreigners' to be allowed into the country for this weekend's Champions League final.

Rio, the president of the Social Democratic Party, expressed his concerns over the effect the travelling football supporters may have on the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and accused some of causing 'disrespect'.

Manchester City will face Chelsea tonight in the all-English showpiece, but the build-up in Porto has been marred by ugly scenes of clashes between members of both fanbases and riot police.

Portuguese politician Rui Rio hit out at fans being able to travel for the Champions League final
Manchester City (pictured) and Chelsea fans have jetted out to Portugal for the big showpiece

The match was moved from initial hosts Istanbul to Portugal as those jetting into the latter will not have to quarantine on their arrival.