Chelsea urge fans to take 'extreme caution' in Naples after two taken to hospital

Chelsea have told fans to take "extreme caution" in Naples after two supporters were treated in hospital before their Champions League tie at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Wednesday night.

"The club is aware of an incident that took place on Tuesday evening in Naples," Chelsea posted on their X account. "Two fans are being treated in hospital, having sustained non-life-threatening injuries."

"The club would like to remind all supporters to exercise extreme caution whilst in the city and take note of the advice shared ahead of this fixture," the post added.

Chelsea fans reported on social media that knives had been pulled on them, with one post saying a group of Napoli ultras had stabbed a supporter.

Chelsea are hoping to seal a top-eight finish in the Champions League league phase that would secure a guaranteed place in the last 16. The club's X post did not include further details about the incident, and it is not known from the statement whether any investigation or arrests have been made; supporters were advised to follow the pre-match guidance.

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