Medellín fan violence prompts abandonment of Copa Libertadores game

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A Copa Libertadores match was abandoned in Medellín due to violent protests from local fans, resulting in chaos as supporters launched flares onto the pitch. The incident raises concerns over fan violence and security at sporting events in the region.

The Copa Libertadores group match between Independiente Medellín of Colombia and Brazil's defending champions Flamengo was abandoned on Thursday after violent fan protests. Medellín supporters lit flares at the Estadio Atanasio Girardot and threw objects onto the pitch.