90 Arrested, 10 Injured as Copa Sudamericana Match Ends in Violence in Buenos Aires

A Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 second-leg match between Argentina's Independiente and Chile's Universidad de Chile was abandoned after violent clashes erupted between rival fans in Buenos Aires. The violence began at halftime when Chilean fans threw stones, sticks, bottles, and seats at home supporters, leading to chaotic scenes including a Chilean fan jumping from the stands to escape and some visiting fans being beaten and stripped by home supporters. Despite a significant police presence, the unrest escalated with stun grenades used and fires breaking out, resulting in ten people injured and around 90 arrested. The match was suspended in the 48th minute with a 1-1 scoreline before being called off; Universidad de Chile had won the first leg 1-0. Chile’s President Gabriel Boric condemned the violence and called for justice, while Universidad de Chile officials criticized the security arrangements at the stadium. The incident highlights ongoing social and cultural tensions linked to football fan violence in the region.