Players were afraid, SCP boss calls for drastic step
The second division match between SC Paderborn 07 and Hansa Rostock is overshadowed by serious rioting. The visitors' fans show unexpectedly massive violence. The result: several people injured and extensive damage to property. The hosts are horrified and demand consequences.
Following the serious riots at the second division match against Hansa Rostock, SC Paderborn managing director Martin Hornberger has called for consequences for violent spectators. "The DFL and DFB need to consider whether clubs with fans who are prone to such violence should be allowed into other stadiums at all," he told the TV channel Sky.
Rostock supporters had caused serious riots during the 3-0 defeat in Paderborn on Friday evening. They set off pyrotechnics, threw objects at police officers and destroyed drinks and food stalls in the stadium. A neutral fan was also seriously injured in the head by a rioter from the visitors and had to be taken to hospital. "They showed full violence," said Hornberger. "I've been in a position of responsibility at SC Paderborn 07 for 22 years, but I've never experienced anything like this."
Due to the vote in favor of investors joining the German Football League (DFL), the police and SC Paderborn had expected fan protests during the match. "However, the events in the SCP07 stadium went far beyond what was to be expected," they said in a joint statement. The match was interrupted twice due to the pyro incidents and threatened to be abandoned. A total of eight stewards and twelve police officers suffered injuries.
Hornberger was horrified. "We had players who didn't want to leave because they were scared and felt very depressed," said the 62-year-old, describing the situation. He estimates the massive material damage at more than 100,000 euros. The visiting club will have to pay for this. "We will send the bill to Hansa Rostock. It's not our fault," said Hornberger. Hansa sporting director Kristian Walter distanced himself "completely" from the riots on behalf of the club immediately after the match.
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Source: www.ntv.de
