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Death of Inter fan confirmed following ultras clash ahead of Napoli game

Italian police authorities have revealed that a Nerazzurri supporter passed away after being struck by car during the build-up to a Boxing Day fixture

The death of an Inter fan caught up in violent clashes between rival ultras during the build-up to a Boxing Day meeting with Napoli has been confirmed by Italian police.

Supporters of the two Serie A sides were involved in a heated confrontation ahead of a fixture at San Siro on Wednesday.

Local authorities allege that a group of Inter followers attacked a bus carrying Napoli fans to the ground.

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In the chaos which ensued, one man was hit by a car and, despite the efforts of medical professionals, passed away as a result of his injuries.