European football: ‘utterly outrageous’ fireworks cause Ajax abandonment

The GuardianSunday, November 30, 2025 at 10:37:34 PM
European football: ‘utterly outrageous’ fireworks cause Ajax abandonment
  • Ajax's Eredivisie match against Groningen was abandoned due to an 'utterly outrageous' firework display that filled the Johan Cruyff Arena with smoke shortly after kickoff. Referee Bas Nijhuis halted the game within five minutes, and attempts to resume were thwarted by further fireworks, leading to a formal abandonment of the match.
  • This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in football stadiums and raises questions about crowd control measures. Ajax's strong condemnation of the event underscores the need for stricter regulations to prevent such dangerous occurrences in the future.
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