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The Sun
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- The Sun
Footie clash abandoned as stun grenades are thrown, fans run for cover and police are ordered not to enter stand
A SOUTH AMERICAN football game was abandoned after violent scenes in the crowd led to fans running for cover. The Copa Sudamericana clash between Argentine side Independiente and Chilean club Universidad de Chile was ditched after the incident escalated beyond control during the game. 9 9 9 9 9 Just after half-time in the last-16 tie, chaos broke out in the stands of the Libertadores de America stadium in Buenos Aires. Universidad de Chile supporters could be seen launching objects at the home fans, while there was also reports of the detonation of a stun bomb. Videos that emerged online appeared to show one fan attacking another with a metal pole. Multiple fans were left injured with images showing supporters bleeding from the head. The game was suspended amid the chaos while it has been claimed that no security or police were able to enter the stands due to the mass number of fans lashing out. Following referee Gustavo Tejera's decision to temporarily suspend the game, the gates into one of the home stands were opened to allow fans to run for cover. While the referee and local authorities gave Universidad de Chile supporters a 20-minute window to leave the stadium, in a bid to allow the game to continue. After a short period of uncertainty, the game was abandoned after it was decided it was unsafe to restart the match. 9 9 A short statement on Independiente's X account read: "The match for the second leg of the Round of 16 has been officially suspended due to the incidents." South American football's governing body (CONMEBOL) said the match had been cancelled due to "the lack of security guarantees from the local club and local security authorities." The tournament they were competing in is South America's equivalent of the Europa League. Conmebol also warned that disciplinary action could be taken, adding: "All information regarding the events that occurred inside and outside the stadium will be sent to the Disciplinary Committee of the South American Football Confederation." Argentine media has reported that more than 300 Universidad de Chile fans were arrested following the violence. The president of Chile, Gabriel Boric, took to social media to issue a statement condemning the incidents. He wrote: "What happened in Avellaneda between the fans of Independiente and Universidad de Chile is wrong in too many ways. "From the violence among the supporters to the evident irresponsibility in the organisation. "Justice must determine those responsible. "Now our priority as a Government is to know the condition of our compatriots who have been attacked, ensure their immediate medical attention, and guarantee that those who are detained have their rights respected. "To this end, we are working with the Embassy, Consulate, Foreign Ministry, and Ministry of the Interior." Adding: "I have instructed our ambassador in Argentina, José Antonio Viera Gallo, to personally visit both the police station where the Universidad de Chile fans are detained and the hospital where the injured are to ensure the safety of our compatriots." The score was tied at 1-1 when the match was abandoned, with Universidad de Chile leading 2-1 on aggregate after their 1-0 first leg victory. At present there has been no announcement on the rescheduling of the fixture. 9 9
The Independent
an hour ago
- The Independent
Lucy Connolly to be released from prison after serving part of 31-month sentence for hate tweet
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Daily Mirror
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- Daily Mirror
Man Utd 'dream' transfer denied as Serie A star completes £22m move instead
Manchester United remain as the dream destination for a host of players despite their woes of recent seasons and one star who was eyeing a move to Old Trafford has moved elsewhere Manchester United represent the pinnacle for a number of stars despite their recent troubles - and that is no different for Serie A star Nikola Krstovic. The former Lecce star recently admitted his admiration for the Red Devils earlier this year. He said: 'After the match against Torino he (Mirko Vucinic) told me 'think about the next one'. Where would I never play? In Bari. My dream is Manchester United. 'It's only the second year here in Lecce. I am very happy, both me and my family. We have friends and we're enjoying it, so let's think about the present.' Despite earmarking a move to Old Trafford, the Montenegrin forward will now have to put his dream on hold having sealed a switch to Italian rivals Atalanta. The Serie A side have paid £22m for his services, while Krstovic has put pen to paper on his switch. Atalanta were previously linked with a move for Fulham 's Rodrigo Muniz but appear to have lost patience in talks and have opted for an alternative. Krstovic's arrival comes amid a tense situation regarding current star Ademola Lookman. After scoring 52 goals for the Italian side over the last three seasons and helping them to win the Europa League in 2024, he has attempted to engineer a move away amid interest from Inter Milan. Lookman recently took to Instagram with an explosive statement confirming he had lodged a transfer request. He wrote: 'There have been numerous clubs approach Atalanta in the past and I have previously always stayed loyal. "However, myself and the ownership of the club have been in agreement that now is the right time and the club were clear with me that if a fair offer came in they would allow me to move. "Despite now receiving an offer in alignment to what I believe had been discussed sadly the club are blocking the opportunity for reasons I do not understand. What is your verdict on Manchester United's summer transfer window? Share your thoughts in the comments below "As a result and after many months of broken promises and what I feel has been poor treatment towards me as both a human being and as a professional footballer, sadly I feel I have no choice but to speak out for what I believe is right and I feel that enough is enough. I can confirm I have now handed in a formal transfer request." Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi recently opened up on the situation and claimed that the club would be happy to sell - but only for their price and not to a direct rival. He said: 'It's a good opportunity to clarify what happened. Last year, after a 20 million offer from PSG, the player had asked us to be sold. 'Atalanta, being a credible club, had promised to sell the player this window based on two conditions that he himself had asked of us: First, to go to a super, top European club, and that he would never be seen in Italy wearing a shirt other than Atalanta's, given what he did for the club and what he received from the club. 'Today, as you know, the situation is very different. The club is always careful when evaluating the value and timing of its players, but as always, it is Atalanta, the club, that decides.'
