# Extremist incidents involving FC Hansa Rostock fans > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/extremist-incidents-involving-fc-hansa-rostock-fans > Updated: 2026-09-11T16:29:05.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Following a friendly match against FC Watford in England, FC Hansa Rostock distanced itself from hooligans involved in extremist activities. Reports from the research portal ‘Exif’ documented individuals posing with a swastika flag and allegedly performing Nazi salutes, alongside physical altercations with supporters of Glasgow Rangers and Olympique Lyon. The club notified state and federal police, as well as state security services, and began coordinating with the German Football Association to pursue stadium bans and membership expulsions. German authorities, including the Rostock Public Prosecutor's Office, have since launched an investigation into the suspected use of symbols from unconstitutional organizations. Because such offenses are punishable under German law even when committed abroad, investigators are pursuing the matter. Additionally, the Military Counterintelligence Service (MAD) is investigating whether members of the Bundeswehr were involved. Some consequences have already emerged, including reports that two individuals identified as hooligans working as bouncers in the Rostock club scene have lost their jobs. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: German authorities investigate Hansa Rostock hooligans over swastika photos German prosecutors and military intelligence are investigating FC Hansa Rostock hooligans for using Nazi symbols during a trip to England and potential involvement of Bundeswehr soldiers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-authorities-investigate-hansa-rostock-hooligans-over-swastika-photos ### 2026-09-04: FC Hansa Rostock distances itself from hooligans following extremist incidents FC Hansa Rostock is investigating hooligans who allegedly posed with a swastika and engaged in fights during a match in England, prompting the club to contact police and the DFB. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fc-hansa-rostock-investigates-hooligan-links-to-far-right-incident --- Cite as: Extremist incidents involving FC Hansa Rostock fans. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/extremist-incidents-involving-fc-hansa-rostock-fans