US EditionAjax game abandoned because of fireworks and flares
The match was abandoned after F-Side supporters ignited fireworks in memory of a deceased fan, forcing a restart delay and a completed game behind closed doors, Ajax said.
- Dec 1 - The game between Ajax and FC Groningen was abandoned after six minutes at the Johan Cruyff Arena with the score at 0-0.
- Supporters in the F-Side reportedly lit fireworks in memory of a recently deceased Ajax fan, despite stadium security searches and sniffer dogs deployed before entry.
- Referee Bas Nijhuis led players off the field within five minutes and halted play twice, saying he did not want to compromise the safety of spectators and players.
- Ajax condemned the scenes as scandalous and apologised to those harmed, saying it will study camera footage to identify perpetrators while the KNVB investigates and may impose sanctions.
- Amid the club's wider troubles, Ajax confirmed the game will be finished behind closed doors on Tuesday Dec. 2, following a €25,000 fine and F-side ban two years ago.
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The Dutch first league match between record champion Ajax Amsterdam and FC Groningen has been canceled due to an out of control pyroshow.
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