After the match between Sport Recife and Fortaleza teams in Copa Do Nordeste in Brazil, Fortaleza’s team bus was attacked with a bomb by Sport Recife fans. While there were no casualties, 6 Fortaleza players were injured.
Attack Details:
- The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
- The attack took place after the match in the Curado neighborhood near Atacadao dos Presentes.
- It was reported that fans threw stones and bombs in the attack.
- 6 Fortaleza soccer players were injured and hospitalized.
- It was reported that Gonzalo Escobar, one of the injured footballers, received 13 stitches.
Reaction of the Fortaleza club:
The president of the Fortaleza club, Marcelo Paz, issued the following statement after the attack:
“This was an attempted murder.”
“We won’t play until the culprits are caught.”
Investigation into the incident:
Brazilian police launched an investigation into the incident. Efforts are underway to capture the perpetrators of the attack.
Reactions from the Football World:
The football world reacted to the horrific attack in Brazil. Many clubs and players condemned the attack and wished the injured players well.
This incident in Brazil has shaken the world of soccer. Those who carried out the attack must be caught and brought to justice as soon as possible.
- Soccer violence in Brazil has been on the rise in recent years.
- In 2023, there were more than 100 incidents of soccer violence in Brazil.
- This is considered one of the most horrific examples of soccer violence in Brazil.
