12.21.2022 11:13 (act. 12.21.2022 16:34)
There were wounded and dead in the parade. ©APA
More than five million fans celebrated Argentina’s World Cup heroes in Buenos Aires. But now shocking footage is making the rounds – several people were injured during the celebrations, which ultimately had to be called off. There should even be deaths.
The clashes erupted in the capital, Buenos Aires, hours after Argentina’s World Cup victory celebrations were called off. As reported by the US news agency AP, citing local media, at least eight people were injured. As reported by several international media, there must also be at least two fatalities.
Photographs showed rescuers wearing helmets and shields forming up around the obelisk, around which Argentine soccer fans traditionally celebrate victories.
Criticism of the behavior of the security forces
Buenos Aires. According to the information, these were isolated incidents when most people were no longer there. According to media reports, around five million people celebrated in the city streets and tried to catch a glimpse of the world champion team surrounding Lionel Messi in a parade. As the bus was too slow, the players flew over Buenos Aires in helicopters. There were criticisms of the behavior of the security forces and the lack of organization.
Argentina is world soccer champion
Argentina beat defending champions France 4-2 on penalties in the World Cup final on Sunday. It was the country’s third World Cup victory. The team landed in Buenos Aires this Tuesday morning and, starting in the morning, toured the city for hours on end.
Conflicts in Buenos Aires:
Football World Cup: clashes in Buenos Aires after canceled parade