Copa Sudamericana match abandoned after violent clashes in Avellaneda

The Copa Sudamericana last-16 second leg between Independiente of Argentina and Universidad de Chile was abandoned after violent clashes between rival fans in Avellaneda, Buenos Aires. At least 10 people were seriously injured, with one reported in a critical condition after falling from a grandstand, and about 90 people were arrested as authorities struggled to regain control. The match, played at the Libertadores de América stadium, was halted in the 48th minute of the second half while Universidad de Chile held a 2-1 lead on aggregate.

Trouble began at halftime, when spectators from the Chilean away section began throwing objects, including stones, sticks and seats, toward the home section. The violence intensified after the restart as home supporters stormed the away end, resulting in chaotic scenes in the stands. A stun grenade was reportedly among the items hurled, and one Chilean supporter was seen jumping from the stands in a bid to escape an attack. Security personnel briefly detained a large number of people outside the stadium as officers moved to restore order.

The disorder prompted the match officials to suspend play and ultimately cancel the fixture. Officials...