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 say the French police used a combination of pepper spray, batons and shields, with “numerous supporters being indiscriminately assaulted” by officers.

The post-match operation was observed at close quarters by Newcastle stewards and senior staff.

More to follow.