Violence Erupts at Paraguay's Clásico, Match Suspended
🎥 Chaos in Paraguay! Clash between police and fans halts the Clásico
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A clash between fans and police forced the suspension of the Clásico match between Olimpia and Cerro Porteño in Asunción, Paraguay. The violence erupted shortly after kickoff, leading to the use of tear gas and rubber bullets, prompting fans to flee the stadium.
- 01The Clásico match was suspended due to violent clashes between fans and police.
- 02The confrontation began in the north stand where Cerro Porteño supporters were located.
- 03Police used tear gas and rubber bullets to control the situation.
- 04Players attempted to assist fans by throwing water bottles into the stands.
- 05The match could not continue due to safety concerns.
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Violence erupted at the Clásico soccer match between Olimpia and Cerro Porteño in Asunción, Paraguay, leading to the suspension of the game just thirty minutes after it began. The chaos started in the north stand, where supporters of Cerro Porteño clashed with the National Police. In response to the escalating situation, police deployed rubber bullets and tear gas, which spread throughout the stadium, causing panic among attendees. Some players showed concern for their fans, throwing water bottles into the stands to alleviate the distress caused by the tear gas. Ultimately, the match was suspended due to safety concerns, as there were no guarantees for the game's continuation.
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The violence at the stadium raises concerns about security at sporting events in Paraguay, potentially affecting future attendance and safety measures.
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