The Spanish football federation is expected to sanction Atlético Madrid with a stadium closure for fan misconduct during the derby against Real Madrid. Supporters threw objects at goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, leading to the game's suspension. The club has permanently banned one identified fan and is working with authorities to identify others involved.
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois waits after Atlético Madrid's supporters threw items on to the pitch during the derby game at the Metropolitano stadium in Madrid.
The game was suspended when appeals over the loudspeakers for supporters to stop throwing objects at Courtois were ignored. Two announcements were made before, per La Liga’s protocol, the referee Mateo Busquets Ferrer took the teams off in the 68th minute. Among the missiles were cigarette lighters, bottles and plastic bags. “As I fan, I do not feel proud at all,” said Atlético captain, Koke.
Atlético coach Diego Simeone said “we do not need these people in our stands” on Sunday night, but he also accused Courtois of provoking supporters after Éder Militão’s opening goal. “We need to be careful with acting the victim – you see clearly that Courtois went towards the fans and laughing and that makes this happen too,” he said. “ be careful with what we generate, and I include myself.
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