Source:
REUTERS/RICARDO MORAES
[Saba
Sports News] Concern arose as fighting broke out between Brazilian and
Argentinian fans just before the World Cup qualifying match between the two
teams. The incident occurred in the stadium stands, where supporters from both
nations engaged in a physical altercation following an argument. The scene was
chaotic, prompting Argentine star Lionel Messi, who was warming up in the
audience, to express his anger and lead the team in announcing a strike,
temporarily returning to the locker room. Emergency mediation by the event
organizer was required to restore order, allowing the match to eventually
proceed. The game itself started with intense and heated competition. In the
end, Argentina narrowly defeated Brazil 1-0. The editor believes that the
organizers of the game bear significant responsibility. A glaring issue
observed from the incident is the absence of guardrails separating the fan
areas of both sides. This lack of separation inevitably leads to outbreaks of
violence when altercations occur. Such oversight by the event organizers is
deemed a serious mistake, and it is likely that the Brazilian Football
Association will face FIFA sanctions as a result.