The preview of the classic Brazil vs. Argentina was overshadowed by a fierce battle at the Maracana Stadium. The local police cracked down on the Albiceleste fans, prompting the goalkeeper to intervene. Emiliano Martinez. “Dibu” tried to jump into the stands of the Maracana Stadium to defend his fans, but was held back at pitch level by his teammates and security personnel.
The goalkeeper complained to the officials about the treatment of away fans in their efforts to control the disturbances. The dispute between the two bars escalated to the point that the operation could not be carried out as originally planned, but it took some time to contain the rioters.
Given the delay of almost half an hour before the start of the game, the Scaloneta captain said, Lionel Messi, asked his teammates to return to their locker rooms after unsuccessfully trying to calm the situation. After a few minutes, the players returned to the field and the fight began.
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Why was there a fierce fight before Brazil took on Brazil? Argentina?
According to the TyC Sports network, Brazilian and Argentine fans argued over the placement of support banners for their respective teams. The tension increased until the police had to intervene and there was a confrontation with the Albiceleste team.
Incidents in the preview in Brazil vs. Argentina Photo: Photo by TyC Sports/X
Brazil vs. Argentina: That was the pitched battle in the Maracana
Television cameras filmed several fans descending from the stands to level with the pitch, while stadium-goers in the stands continued to throw objects at each other.