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Boy killed amid clashes between France and Morocco fans

A boy has been killed in Montpellier amid clashes between France and Morocco fans in the city following the World Cup semi-final.

A statement issued by the local government office said the boy was “violently hit” by a car in the city, in the south of France, on Wednesday.

He was transferred to the hospital, but died shortly after arrival, the Department of Herault said.

The vehicle was found near the scene and police are investigating.

Earlier, France had secured their place in the World Cup in Qatar after beating Morocco 2-0.

Video shared on social media shows crowds in the street milling around a car being driven erratically.

Earlier, rival fans had also clashed in Paris following the game. Police in riot gear were called to disperse the crowds.

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