A tense scene unfolded outside Cornellà Stadium before Espanyol’s match against Barcelona, as a white car plowed into dozens of people, injuring around ten. In response, Espanyol released an official statement calling for calm and respect.
Espanyol’s Response
The statement condemned the incident and urged authorities to take measures to ensure fan safety. Espanyol emphasized that the match wasn’t postponed despite the chaos. The club said they couldn’t let the loss of control by the driver be blamed on the panicked crowd.
Aftermath
The incident happened just before the highly anticipated derby. Barcelona ultimately won the match at Espanyol’s home ground, leaving the Espanyol fans unhappy. In a show of frustration, they activated the stadium’s irrigation system right after the final whistle.
The club’s statement was shared on their official X account, showing their commitment to addressing the incident.
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