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Rioting Magdeburg fans leave chaos in the RB stadium!
RB Leipzig defeated Magdeburg 3-1 in the DFB Cup, but violent riots in the away block caused massive damage.
Rioting Magdeburg fans leave chaos in the RB stadium!
There were massive riots last weekend in the DFB Cup round of 16 between RB Leipzig and 1. FC Magdeburg, which ended with a 3-1 win for the hosts. Around 7,000 fans from Magdeburg traveled and caused havoc in the guest area, causing an estimated damage of around 20,000 euros. The toilet facilities were badly damaged, washbasins and fittings in the men's toilets were completely destroyed, and numerous seats in the guest fan block were torn from their anchorages.
After the game, the police had to intervene because of “massive riots” in the stadium. Emergency responders used force and irritant spray devices to calm the situation. In total, the personal details of 124 suspects were recorded and they were released towards the S-Bahn at the Bayerischer Bahnhof. A particularly serious incident was the racist insult of a 22-year-old man by an FCM supporter, whose identity is now known. The police are investigating numerous crimes, including bodily harm and damage to property.
Shocking events in the stadium
During the second half, the sad news was announced about the death of a Magdeburg fan in the stadium circles, who had previously been resuscitated. Despite this tragic news, many Magdeburg supporters celebrated, which led to whistles from the Leipzig fans. RB Leipzig's club boss expressed concerns about the appropriateness of the celebration given the circumstances. Sports director Otmar Schork explained that the fans had not yet heard the news of his death at the time.
Leipzig had already published a notice of the emergency via social media shortly after kick-off, which underlined the seriousness of the situation. After the game, the players were informed while police were called to the stadium to prevent further acts of violence. The DFB Cup remains contentious territory, and recent incidents are once again raising questions about the propensity for violence in football stadiums.
A recurring problem
The incidents in Leipzig are not isolated. In general, the MDR reports on increasing violence in football, which is not always related to sporting defeats or foul play. Researchers like Professor Gunter A. Pilz note that violent outbursts are often planned and represent a way for some fans to identify themselves or seek recognition through aggression. Football offers a structured framework that can encourage violent behavior.
The responsibility of the clubs and their fans is now more in focus than ever. RB Leipzig plans to repair the damage by the next home game against Eintracht Frankfurt, while 1. FC Magdeburg has not yet commented on the incidents.
For many, the question remains as to how such riots can be effectively countered in the future and what role the clubs and the police play in this.