Recent incidents have raised serious questions about the safety of football fans traveling to European away matches. Reports detail overly aggressive policing, dangerous stadium entry procedures, and inadequate facilities. The Champions League final in 2022 highlighted organizational failures, and fans from various clubs, including Manchester City and Liverpool, have voiced concerns about their experiences.

Football Supporters Europe (FSE) indicates a worsening situation in some countries. Issues like invasive searches and item confiscations are common, causing fan frustration. Several fans detailed negative experiences, including cage confinement, long waits with limited access to restrooms, and overcrowded conditions. These conditions are raising questions about how away trips are managed.

Fans have described feeling unsafe and dehumanized during trips. Incidents include stabbings and being treated poorly, despite spending significant money in host cities. Poor treatment and potentially dangerous conditions are increasingly common. These issues are prompting calls for improved security measures and better treatment of travelling supporters across Europe.