The Valencia Police have imposed five minutes on Sevilla fans after the match between Levante and Sevilla that was held this Monday at the Ciutat de València. The charges refer to possible violations of the Sports Law and the violence that broke out before and during the match.
According to information from police sources, three of the minutes originated from conduct outside the stadium, while the other two derived from incidents that occurred within the spectator area. In all the complaints, the accused were Sevilla fans. The agents arrived at the area where the Sevilla fans were after reports of bottles being thrown by Levante fans towards the visiting team's seats.
Referee Adrián Cordero Vega recorded in the minutes that, in the 95th minute, after the goal that gave Sevilla a 2-3 lead, the local club's fans, identified by the color of their shirts, threw a large number of plastic bottles, glasses and other objects towards the goal celebration area, although none of them managed to hit anyone. The referee suspended the match for a few minutes, following protocol, before the action resumed.
In addition to the incidents inside the stadium, the Provincial Information Brigade is investigating a fight that took place on Monday morning in the vicinity of the stadium. It is estimated that at least seventy people participated in the altercation, some of them armed with sticks and others with their faces covered. During the confrontation, stones and other objects were thrown, causing concern among event organizers and local authorities.
The number of minutes and the ongoing investigation reflect the seriousness of the incidents and the need to maintain order at sporting events. It is expected that the authorities will continue with the investigations and that additional measures will be taken to prevent future episodes of violence between team fans.