The city of Toulouse announced on June 11 a curfew for minors under 16 during selected "high-risk" World Cup matches, including games involving France, Morocco, Tunisia, Brazil, Scotland, Haiti, and the Netherlands [1, 2, 3]. The curfew applies from 10pm to 5am for unaccompanied minors in a central area of Toulouse [1, 2, 3].
Jean-Luc Moudenc, the centre-right mayor of Toulouse, cited unrest and damage following violent celebrations after the PSG Champions League final on May 30 and a rise in juvenile delinquency as reasons for the measure. He described the matches targeted as "a certain number of matches that we have selected with the prefecture, because we considered them to be high-risk," aiming to "protect citizens and minors" [1].
Clermont-Ferrand implemented a similar curfew earlier this week, also targeting under-16s during specific matches [1, 2, 3]. Authorities took the action amid concerns after 890 arrests were made across France following the PSG Champions League win celebrations, which involved violent clashes and a fatal road accident killing a young man [3].
France's first World Cup match is scheduled for June 16 against Senegal [1, 2, 3]. The curfew orders are intended to limit potential disturbances during these key events.
Local officials hope the curfews will prevent unrest and keep minors safe during late-night hours at matches deemed at greater risk of disorder.
