German police are believed to be investigating an incident which saw a Croatia fan bitten by another supporter in a fight for Luke Ivanusec's match shirt, according to reports.Β
Zlatko Dalic's side saw their hopes of making it through the group stages at Euro 2024 all but snuffed out on Monday evening, after Italy's Mattia Zaccagni's added-time equaliser cancelled out Luka Modric's opener moments before time.Β
Croatia will now have to keep a close eye on the best-placed teams currently third in their group, after defeat to Spain and a draw with Albania left the side with just two points.Β Β
In the aftermath of the match at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, Lenard Barisic found himself caught up in further tumult as he waited to see if he would receive the attacking midfielder's shirt as Ivanusec left the pitch.Β
In a video which circulated on social media after the final whistle, Barisic showed off two nasty-looking bite marks, reportedly gained during the crush to secure the player's shirt.Β
Croatia fan Lenard Barisic was reportedly bitten clashing with a rival supporter for a jersey
Footage of Barisic showing off his injury went viral following Croatia's 1-1 draw with Italy