Nottingham Forest pledges financial support for fans injured in the Doncaster–London train stabbing, calling the incident “shocking and saddening.”

Nottingham Forest has promised financial assistance to supporters affected by Saturday’s mass stabbing on a London-bound train, describing the attack as “shocking and deeply saddening.”

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The violent incident occurred on a busy evening service travelling from Doncaster to King’s Cross, leaving several passengers injured, nine of them in critical condition.

In a statement released on Sunday via the club’s official X handle, Nottingham Forest expressed sympathy for the victims and noted that many of those caught up in the attack were returning from the City Ground following the club’s home fixture against Manchester United.

Club owner Evangelos Marinakis commended the bravery and compassion shown by supporters during the ordeal.

“The courage and selflessness shown by our supporters on that train represents the very best of humanity and the very best of our club’s community,” he said.

“We will make sure any supporter caught up in this incident receives whatever financial support they require to access the best possible medical care as they recover. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected.”

The club further praised the actions of passengers who intervened to prevent greater harm and said the entire Nottingham Forest community stood firmly behind those recovering from the traumatic event.

“Our thoughts are very much with everyone caught up in such a distressing incident,” the statement read. “The Club is aware that many individuals demonstrated extraordinary bravery, which undoubtedly helped prevent even greater harm. The entire Nottingham Forest family stands behind them as they recover.”

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Meanwhile, British Transport Police confirmed that two men, both British nationals, have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The investigation into the attack is ongoing, with officers urging witnesses to come forward.