Antwerp vs Beerschot derby abandoned after fireworks chaos

In Spain, the Madrid derby between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid was marred by crowd trouble on Sunday. The match was interrupted for over 15 minutes after Atletico fans threw objects, including lighters, onto the pitch, particularly targeting Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. This incident occurred shortly after Real Madrid took the lead with a goal from Eder Militão, which provoked the home fans. The referee halted the game, sending players to the locker rooms as warnings were issued to the fans. Atletico Madrid's management condemned the actions of the fans, stating that such behavior tarnishes the club's image and has no place in football. The club's security department, in collaboration with police, has already identified one individual involved in the incident and is working to identify others. The club plans to apply its internal policies for serious offenses to those responsible. During the suspension, Atletico players, including captain Koke and coach Diego Simeone, attempted to calm the fans, urging them to stop throwing objects. The match eventually resumed, and Atletico managed to equalize in stoppage time with a goal from Ángel Correa. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation from the government and La Liga, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy towards violence in stadiums. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, but the focus remains on the crowd's behavior and the need for stricter measures against such actions in the future.