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Alex Cope

Magaluf police launch special operation to keep order during all-English cup finals

Spanish police will launch a special operation to keep Magaluf under control during the all-English Champions League and Europa League finals.

It is believed local authorities are desperate to avoid a repeat of the violence that erupted in the resort when England faced Scotland in 2017.

Several people were injured when supporters threw bottles and chairs at each other after watching the drawn game.

Throngs of Brits are set to pour into the sunny town in the coming weeks as holiday season kicks into full swing.

Arsenal and Chelsea play on May 29 followed by Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur on June 1.

And the council confirmed local police will work with the Spanish Civil Guard to try and keep order in Magaluf as boozed-up footy fans watch the games.

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A spokesperson from the Calvia Council told Golder’s: “Special attention will be made in Magaluf and areas of bars where most tourism is concentrated.

"In cases like this where four English teams are participating there will be a special operation with members of the local police and the Spanish Civil Guard who will work together.”

The official confirmed that the operation would include police officers monitoring CCTV cameras in the area to be able to identify any problems and perpetrators.

Young British tourists walk down Punta Ballena strip in Magaluf (AFP/Getty Images)

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The source added: “It’s usually done in the room where the CCTV screens are, the local police office has screens and there are cameras in Magaluf.

"There is a high command of the local police and the civil guard and they will coordinate the special units.”

The exact number of officers involved in the operation is yet to be confirmed.

Reports state the “special units” mentioned above often impose restrictions on the sale of alcohol during match days.

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