Newcastle United are to launch a complaint following the "unacceptable treatment" of their supporters by French police after their side's defeat against Marseille at the Stade Velodrome.
The club will formally raise their concerns with Uefa, Marseille and French police after officers used "unnecessary and disproportionate force" following Tuesday's Champions League game.
Newcastle said a combination of pepper spray, batons and shields were used by officers, with numerous supporters being "indiscriminately assaulted by the police".
The club added they "strongly condemn the treatment of our supporters".
Travelling Magpies fans were due to be held back inside the stadium after the final whistle for a period of up to one on hour for their own safety.
