The Conmebol statement after the incidents between Independiente and Universidad de Chile: what does it say

The party between Independent and University of Chile was canceled by the CONMEBOL After a series of incidents in the stands of the Libertadores de América-Ricardo Enrique Bochini Stadium in Avellaneda. The entity issued a statement in this regard.

After clashes, in the middle of the entrance of the rival gallery, the scene demanded the intervention of security agencies and The decision of the South American Soccer Confederation of Cancel “But not suspend,” the encounter.

The Conmebol statement after the incidents between Independiente and Universidad de Chile: what does it say

“The Directorate of Competitions and Operations of the Conmebol reported that based on the lack of security guarantees by the local club and local security authorities, which guarantee the continuity of the party between Independiente (ARG) and University of Chile (CHI) for the round of 16 of the South American Conmebol 2025, This meeting is canceled ”, The statement began.

In turn, he added that “taking into account that the provisions of the Club Manual for similar situations have been complied with, without the situation being remedied, the party is canceled and The case will be referred to the judicial organs of Conmebol for future determinations. ”

They clarified that “all information of the events that occurred inside and outside the stadium will be sent to the Disciplinary Commission From the South American Football Confederation, “concluded the message posted on the official website of the agency.”

Thus, the South American Football Confederation made clear in its official communication the decision to cancel the party and not only suspend it temporarily, as usually happens. This implies that the resumption is ruled out and the result of the crossing will be subject to a disciplinary investigation about what happened in Avellaneda. Preliminary reports with focus on institutional responsibilities have already been elevated to the headquarters of Conmebol in Asunción, where possible sanctions will be determined.

Violence and chaos between Bars of Independiente and Universidad de Chile leaves several serious injuries

With the second time just started and with the still open result, the match between Independent and University of Chile by the round of 16 of the South American Cup It was suspended after a brutal confrontation between the fans of the two teams was unleashed.

The incidents began when Chilean supporters, located in a tray in a header, began throwing sticks, bottles and seats. In principle, The red fans began to go back but then threw ripient bombs that produced serious injuries.

With the crossing already unleashed, the visitors began to be displaced from the popular and at the same time the organization opened the doors so that the occupants of the lower tray of that sector, fans of the red, could move on to the closest plate.

It was at that time that From the speakers they announced to visitors who had to completely retire from the stadium to resume the game and, although the vast majority left, a small group was throwing things from above.