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What is a 'riot gear'?
Riot gear is protective clothing and equipment worn by police or security forces to manage large crowds or disturbances. It includes helmets, shields, and body armour to keep officers safe while they disperse groups like the Mexico fans who tried to disrupt the England team's sleep.
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