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A match in the Eredivisie was aborted last night due to unrest among the supporters.
Heracles Almelo and FC Groningen were locked in a 1-1 draw during the second half.
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Following the violent upheaval in the crowd, referee Rob Dieperink was forced to stop the match.
In videos circulating online, hooded figures in the visiting section were seen clashing with local fans.
Additional footage displayed supporters attempting to break panels beneath them.
Heartbreaking images showed children in tears amidst the turmoil.
Reports indicate that a Groningen fan fell from the upper tier.
Sources from the Netherlands state that the person was conscious when transported to a medical facility.
Heracles General Manager Rob Tuessen told ESPN, “We cannot continue with the match due to a breakdown of public order.”
Luka Kulenovic had given the home team the lead in the 20th minute.
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Romano Postema equalized with a penalty just five minutes after the break.
Groningen found themselves down a player shortly after the 60-minute mark when Marco Rente received a red card.
Non-league match interrupted as players were removed from the pitch due to safety concerns regarding advertising boards
It remains uncertain if the match will be resumed or entirely replayed.
A short statement from Heracles indicated: “Dear supporters,
“We are profoundly saddened by the incidents that occurred in the away section on Saturday night during the match between Heracles Almelo and FC Groningen, which led to the match being completely abandoned.
“If you would like to contact the club regarding this matter, please email info@heracles.nl with your name and contact number.
“We will provide additional information as it becomes available.”
No statement has yet been published by Groningen on their official website.
However, a tweet from their official account noted: “The match has been officially halted.
“More information will be forthcoming concerning the future of this match.”
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