Polish police prevented a confrontation between football fans ahead of Gornik Zabrze’s match against Legia Warszawa, officers said. Zabrze police, backed by officers from other units in the Silesian garrison, secured the Friday game after tensions rose between supporters of the two teams. Police said they responded quickly and decisively to stop the situation from escalating into violence. Officers launched proceedings over an attempt to bring about a confrontation. The case concerns alleged participation in an illegal gathering connected to the match. The investigation is ongoing.