A man in his 50s suffered a serious facial injury during disorder in the garden of Swindon's Manor pub on Cheney Manor Road.
Wiltshire Police say he was seriously injured and left needing surgery, while five other people were also hurt.
The incident was among 37 which saw officers make seven arrests across the county following England's defeat by Italy in the UEFA Championship final on Sunday night.
Det Sgt Scott Anger, from Swindon CID, said: “Our enquiries are at an early stage but this seems to be unprovoked, mindless violence by a group of people who were looking to cause trouble.
“The pub and the garden were naturally busy, due to the football, and although we have already spoken to a number of witnesses, we would urge anyone who was there who has not yet spoken to an officer to call us.
“We also believe there may be video footage of all or part of the incident, which may show the suspects, so if you have a copy of this, then please pass it on to us.”
Anyone with information should call Swindon CID on 101, quoting crime reference 54210067087. Alternatively, they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
In another Swindon incident, a 32-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of drink driving after officers were called to the Woodlands Edge pub in Peatmoor following reports of fights at around 11.10pm. She has since been released with no further action taken.
Although there were no serious or major incidents, the force says it was a busy night, and that of all the incidents responded to between 10pm and 1.30am, 20 related to disorder at licensed premises.
Aside from Swindon, other locations involved included Chippenham, Devizes and Salisbury.
In the 24-hour period from 7am on Sunday, 19 incidents of domestic abuse were reported to us. Five arrests were made in connection with these incidents – all of which are believed to be linked to the football.
Supt Phil Staynings said: “Our message was clear throughout the tournament and remains so now the final whistle has blown; violence of any kind will not be tolerated in Wiltshire.
“Unfortunately, a small minority have let their communities down by committing crime during a period when the whole country was united.
“Officers, many of whom had rest days cancelled, responded to the demand superbly, and that is why it is particularly disappointing to hear of assaults on our officers in the course of doing their job.
“We also strongly condemn domestic violence and encourage people who believe they have been a victim or have concerns that someone you know has been a victim to speak out by calling us or a dedicated charity like Splitz or Swindon Domestic Abuse Support Service.
“I’d also like to reiterate that hate crime of any kind, whether in person or online, is completely unacceptable and we encourage people to report it if it is spotted.”
Those with concerns about domestic abuse are encouraged to contact the police on 101, via the website or on 999 in an emergency.
Alternatively, people in Wiltshire (outside of Swindon) who want to come forward for support can contact Splitz on 01225 775776 Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm.
Swindon Domestic Abuse Support Service is available 24/7 for Swindon on 01793 610610 and out of hours for the rest of Wiltshire.
There is also the Wiltshire Emergency Duty Service which is available on 0300 456 0100 - again out of hours.
For general support, the 24/7 national Domestic Abuse helpline is available on 0808 2000 247.
The incident was among 37 which saw officers make seven arrests across the county following England's defeat by Italy in the UEFA Championship final on Sunday night.
Det Sgt Scott Anger, from Swindon CID, said: “Our enquiries are at an early stage but this seems to be unprovoked, mindless violence by a group of people who were looking to cause trouble.
“The pub and the garden were naturally busy, due to the football, and although we have already spoken to a number of witnesses, we would urge anyone who was there who has not yet spoken to an officer to call us.
“We also believe there may be video footage of all or part of the incident, which may show the suspects, so if you have a copy of this, then please pass it on to us.”
Anyone with information should call Swindon CID on 101, quoting crime reference 54210067087. Alternatively, they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
In another Swindon incident, a 32-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of drink driving after officers were called to the Woodlands Edge pub in Peatmoor following reports of fights at around 11.10pm. She has since been released with no further action taken.
Although there were no serious or major incidents, the force says it was a busy night, and that of all the incidents responded to between 10pm and 1.30am, 20 related to disorder at licensed premises.
Aside from Swindon, other locations involved included Chippenham, Devizes and Salisbury.
In the 24-hour period from 7am on Sunday, 19 incidents of domestic abuse were reported to us. Five arrests were made in connection with these incidents – all of which are believed to be linked to the football.
Supt Phil Staynings said: “Our message was clear throughout the tournament and remains so now the final whistle has blown; violence of any kind will not be tolerated in Wiltshire.
“Unfortunately, a small minority have let their communities down by committing crime during a period when the whole country was united.
“Officers, many of whom had rest days cancelled, responded to the demand superbly, and that is why it is particularly disappointing to hear of assaults on our officers in the course of doing their job.
“We also strongly condemn domestic violence and encourage people who believe they have been a victim or have concerns that someone you know has been a victim to speak out by calling us or a dedicated charity like Splitz or Swindon Domestic Abuse Support Service.
“I’d also like to reiterate that hate crime of any kind, whether in person or online, is completely unacceptable and we encourage people to report it if it is spotted.”
Those with concerns about domestic abuse are encouraged to contact the police on 101, via the website or on 999 in an emergency.
Alternatively, people in Wiltshire (outside of Swindon) who want to come forward for support can contact Splitz on 01225 775776 Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm.
Swindon Domestic Abuse Support Service is available 24/7 for Swindon on 01793 610610 and out of hours for the rest of Wiltshire.
There is also the Wiltshire Emergency Duty Service which is available on 0300 456 0100 - again out of hours.
For general support, the 24/7 national Domestic Abuse helpline is available on 0808 2000 247.
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