Sport · Singapore Bureau
Cambuur fans injured after Feyenoord supporters throw fireworks
SC Cambuur reported that several supporters sustained injuries after visiting Feyenoord fans discharged fireworks during a Dutch league match on Sunday. The incident left fans with burns, hearing damage and eye injuries.
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Dutch football club SC Cambuur has condemned the actions of visiting Feyenoord supporters who ignited fireworks during Sunday's league encounter in Leeuwarden, resulting in injuries to home fans.
The club stated that spectators sustained burns, hearing damage and eye injuries in the incident. Cambuur did not immediately disclose the number of fans affected or the severity of their conditions.
The use of fireworks and pyrotechnic devices at football matches remains a persistent problem in Dutch football, with authorities and clubs repeatedly warning supporters about the dangers and legal consequences of bringing such items into stadiums.
Feyenoord has not yet issued a public statement regarding the incident. Dutch football authorities may conduct an investigation into the matter, which could result in fines or other sanctions against the visiting club.
Sunday's match took place amid ongoing efforts by Dutch football governing bodies to enhance safety measures and reduce crowd violence at professional fixtures.