THIS is the terrifying moment a car ploughs into huge crowds of Espanyol-Barcelona fans ahead of the derby clash.

The horror incident unfolded near the RCDE Stadium, wider Barcelona, before the game began.

Car driving into a crowd of people.

This is the terrifying moment a car ploughs into huge crowds of Espanyol-Barcelona fans

Large group of people clashing with police in a street.

The horror incident unfolded near the RCDE Stadium before the game began

A car driving into a large crowd of people.

The car in the midst of crowds
Unbelievable footage shows the white vehicle facing the crowds as drinks are being thrown at it.

The car then picks up speed and ploughs into fans, with some seen hanging onto the windscreen.

Armed police are seen chasing after the vehicle as it disappears into the sea of people.

The vehicle ploughed into a group of Espanyol fans who were waiting for the bus to arrive at the stadium an hour and a half before kick-off.

Several fans were injured and required urgent treatment, with ambulances dispatched to the horror scene.

According to local reports, the Catalan police have initially said a female driver lost control of her car.

The Spanish top-flight game was paused briefly, but play soon resumed when it was confirmed nobody was seriously hurt.

The Catalan police has insisted that the incident was accidental, local media says.

Referee speaking with police officers on a soccer field.

Referee Cesar Soto Grado speaks to police officers on the touchline during a break in play during the La Liga match between Espanyol and Barcelona
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Stadium fans leaving their seats during a soccer game.
Barcelona won the match 2-0

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A mere few days ago, a car rammed into football fans celebrating PSG’s Champions League victory – before being torched in the street.

Violent clashes broke out in the streets of Paris several hours after Wednesday’s semi-final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal.

Reports say at least three people were left injured by the car – one of which is in hospital in critical condition.

Youths who appear to be supporting PSG can be seen confronting riot police.

There are reports that some targeted shops and banks by smashing windows.

A Paris Police Prefecture spokesperson said at least “43 people were arrested during the PSG victory celebrations”, mainly for public order offences.

He added that a full investigation was underway in relation to the car which drove into and injured fans.