Fan scandal at Rapid: 150,000 euros punishment and partly closed sectors!

Fan scandal at Rapid: 150,000 euros punishment and partly closed sectors!

Hartberg, Österreich - The SK Rapid is faced with serious consequences after a shocking fan scandal at the Bundesliga game against Hartberg. Senate 1 of the Austrian Bundesliga sentenced the traditional club to record 150,000 euros, paired with an unconditional part of the public in the next home game. The affected sectors 15 to 18, which serve as fan stands, as well as the adjacent sectors 4 and 5 are blocked for spectators. In addition, no alternative fan area may be offered, and the guest area must not be used for home fans, such as laola1.at

This incident, which occurred on March 9, was characterized by riots and a considerable delay of 45 minutes, triggered by inconsistencies between fans and security forces who escalated by taking an iced bottle. After the arrest of a leader of the "Lords" fan group, there were tumultuous scenes. Despite the stormy circumstances, the game could be continued, which ended Rapid with a 1: 2 defeat. In the justification of its judgment, the Senate stated: "The unacceptable events caused extensive property damage and personal injury" and led to stricter sanctions, such as