All articles tagged with #fan violence
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Syracuse.com
During a concert in Miami, Billie Eilish was violently yanked by a fan, causing her to fall into a barricade, highlighting concerns about safety at live events for both artists and fans. Despite the incident, she continued her performance without public comment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Mexico's national soccer team manager, Javier Aguirre, was hit by a can thrown from the stands, resulting in a bloodied head, after a 2-0 defeat to Honduras. Despite the incident, Aguirre downplayed it, focusing on congratulating the opposing team. Both Concacaf and the Mexican soccer federation condemned the violence, emphasizing the need for safety in football. The incident will be reviewed by Concacaf's disciplinary committee.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Argentina and Colombia have raised safety concerns ahead of the Copa America final after a brawl involving Uruguay's Darwin Núñez and teammates in the stands during a semifinal match. Both teams are urging for increased security measures to protect players' families and ensure a peaceful event. CONMEBOL condemned the violence but has not confirmed any changes to security protocols.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
After Fenerbahce's 3-2 win over Trabzonspor in the Turkish Süper Lig, chaos erupted as Trabzonspor fans stormed the field and attacked Fenerbahce players, with reports of a fan wielding a weapon. The situation escalated as more fans joined in, forcing Fenerbahce to retreat to the locker room for safety. This incident adds to a series of recent controversies in Turkey's top soccer league, including a previous assault on a referee and subsequent resignation and arrest of a club president.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Fans of Trabzonspor stormed the pitch and clashed with security forces and players from Fenerbahce after their team's 3-2 loss, leading to chaos and violence. The incident, which included a supporter fighting with a Fenerbahce player and further pitch invasions, has sparked outrage and prompted an investigation by authorities. FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemned the violence, emphasizing the need for player safety and accountability, while Fenerbahce is considering withdrawing from the Turkish top flight in response to the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by EssentiallySports
The FA Cup match between West Brom and Wolverhampton Wanderers turned violent as a fight broke out between fans, leading to a suspension of the game. Multiple individuals were injured, including a ball boy hit by a firework, and players' families were in the affected area. The match eventually resumed after a 35-minute delay, with Wolves winning 2-0. Both clubs and the FA condemned the violence and pledged to investigate, with the individuals involved facing club bans.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A 30-year-old Buffalo Bills fan, Dylan Isaacs, was shot and killed near Miami's Hard Rock Stadium after a confrontation following the Bills-Dolphins game. Isaacs was walking through postgame traffic with friends when he was hit by a car, and after chasing down the car, a person got out and shot him. The suspect fled the scene, and a GoFundMe has been set up to raise money to bring Isaacs' body back to Canada and make funeral arrangements.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
An autopsy has revealed that the death of a New England Patriots fan who was punched at a game was not due to a traumatic injury but rather a medical issue. Dale Mooney, 53, was involved in a scuffle with a Dolphins fan during the game and subsequently collapsed. Preliminary autopsy results did not indicate any traumatic injury, but the cause and manner of death remain undetermined pending further testing. Fan violence at sporting events continues to be a concern, and authorities are conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Nearly 100 Croatian soccer fans, including 97 Croatian nationals, appeared in an Athens court facing charges of murder, membership of a criminal organization, and other serious criminal charges related to their alleged involvement in deadly fan violence. The charges were issued after a 29-year-old Greek fan was stabbed to death outside AEK Athens' stadium, leading to the cancellation of a Champions League qualifier against Dinamo Zagreb. Additional arrests were made as suspects attempted to flee the country, and heightened security measures were implemented for an upcoming Champions League qualifier in Athens. Greek authorities have condemned the violence and called for severe punishment, while the Croatian government and Dinamo Zagreb have condemned the attacks but defended their actions.