The attack happened at Sydney Russell School (credit: Google Maps)
Police were called to Sydney Russell School, in Parsloes Avenue, earlier just after midday today.
The victim has suffered life-changing injuries to his head and face, according to police.
He is in a serious but stable condition in hospital.
A crime scene is in place.
Police are on scene at Sydney Russell School, Dagenham following a serious assault following a football match. A 25 year old male has been conveyed to an east London hospital where his injuries are currently assessed as life changing. A crime scene is in place. pic.twitter.com/GONpE9yHlR
— Barking & Dagenham Police (@MPSBarkDag) November 17, 2019
A Met Police spokesperson said: “The suspect left prior to police arrival.
“There have been no arrests and enquiries continue.”
The assault is understood to have happened after the football match finished.
The game was not directly affiliated with the school.
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