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World Cup of Hooligans: Russian politician backs glamour spy Anna Chapman and says thugs SHOULD be allowed to fight

Police quelling riots in Euro 2016. [Photo/Courtesy]

Fights between rival gangs of fans at the World Cup should be allowed and regulated by the authorities, says a top Russian politician.

The controversial proposal to permit hooligan brawls - and turn them into showcase events in stadiums - has also been highlighted by glamour spy Anna Chapman just a week before the tournament begins.

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