'Kick out oil': Greenpeace activist crashes onto the pitch during the Euro 2020 match between Germany and France

A Greenpeace activist crash-landed on the pitch before the Germany-France match at Euro 2020

Reportedly, two people were sent to the hospital when a Greenpeace activist's powered parachute microlight collided with spider cam wires at Munich's Allianz Arena before the Germany-France match at Euro 2020.

"Kick out oil" was scribbled on the canopy of the pilot's parachute as he soared over the pitch just before kick-off in the Group F match. However, the pilot's microlight was pushed off balance when he collided with television cables above the field, and he crashed on the field after hitting one of the stands, where the casualties occurred.

Shortly after arrival, the activist was apprehended.

At least two individuals sustained head injuries, according to a Munich police official, and "both had to be rushed to the hospital; we don't know how serious the injuries are yet."

The protester appeared to have escaped harm, as per the police spokesperson, though "we are examining possible criminal charges. Police in Munich have no concept of political actions that endanger lives."

Reportedly, the failed prank was also criticised by UEFA. In a statement, European football's governing body said that "this inconsiderate act — which could have had very serious consequences for a large number of people attending — resulted in injuries to several people attending the game who are now in hospital, and law enforcement authorities will take the necessary action."

"While the match's staging was fortunately unaffected by such reckless and risky conduct, some individuals were injured." Greenpeace on Twitter said that the prank was a protest against Volkswagen, a German automobile company that is one of the European Championship's sponsors.

"UEFA and its partners are completely committed to a sustainable Euro 2020 event, and various efforts to offset carbon emissions have been adopted," UEFA stated.

Furthermore, Greenpeace expressed remorse for whatever harm they may have caused. "This demonstration was never intended to disrupt the game or harm anyone," Greenpeace's official German account said on Twitter. "We hope no one was badly hurt and that everyone is okay." Greenpeace's actions are always non-violent and peaceful. "Unfortunately, everything did not go as planned."