Medellín v Flamengo: ‘war’ at the stadium, 9 arrested, 113 seats broken | OneFootball

Organized Independiente Medellín (COL) supporters created a war-like scene in the stadium

The match between Independiente Medellín (COL) and Flamengo, in the fourth round of the Copa Libertadores, did not reach the end and caused damage to Atanasio Girardot Stadium. Amid protests from the home fans, nine supporters were arrested. In addition, 113 seats were destroyed at the venue.

Also damaged were 13 sinks, nine urinals, and one toilet. Besides the destruction in the restrooms, the ‘hinchas’ destroyed three security cameras, nine aluminum railings, a fire-fighting booth, and one access door to the stadium.

SO, WHAT HAPPENED AT ATANASIO GIRARDOT STADIUM?

Angry over the early elimination in the Colombian Championship and over the mockery of club shareholder Raúl Giraldo last Sunday (03), Independiente Medellín fans ‘got their revenge’ during the Libertadores clash. The supporters went to Atanasio Girardot intending to trigger punishment so that the businessman would have to pay fines.

After the loss to Rionegro Águilas (COL), Giraldo left waving banknotes toward the fans. Then, in the match against Flamengo, around two minutes into the first half, the game had to be stopped due to lack of security. The Colombians threw seats and explosives toward the field.

WHO GOT THE POINTS FROM THE MATCH, AFTER ALL?

With the match canceled, Flamengo is awaiting Conmebol’s decision on what comes next. The club hopes the match will not be rescheduled and expects to be awarded the three points. After all, ensuring security for the event is the responsibility of the home team.

While Conmebol has not yet made a decision, Flamengo turns its focus to the Brazilian Championship. This Sunday (10), the Rubro-Negro side visits Grêmio in the 15th round. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) in Porto Alegre, with full coverage from Coluna do Fla.

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