The municipality of Enschede has a clear reason for this decision. According to Miener, there are no indications of special safety risks, as the risk profile is low. This is in contrast to the Europa League qualifier against Ferencváros, where a high risk profile was determined due to the expected 500 supporters. In that case, Ferencváros supporters were required to register at a fan zone, which was intended to provide a organised and welcoming way for them to be received in the city.
However, the decision to not have a fan zone for FC Thun supporters has raised questions about how welcoming the city is being. As Miener was quoted as saying, "Is a fan zone on the outskirts of the city, surrounded by fences, the way you welcome fans?" FC Twente will host FC Thun at the Grolsch Veste on Thursday at 21:00, marking the start of the League Phase for both teams.
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