Ex-Premier League Soccer Player Hit by Lighter Leaving Him in Bloody Mess as Fans React- “Still Wild Like Centuries Ago”

Hooliganism is not uncommon in soccer. But this wild incident in Dutch soccer was a concerning one. On Wednesday, a fan invaded the pitch during an Eredivisie game between FC Groningen and SC Heerenveen last month. The pitch invader threatened the stewards while they took him off the ground, and the judge ordered him to do community service while the league is contemplating banning the fan. 

Now, one of the hooligans threw a lighter-like object at the celebrating opposing team players during the Dutch Cup semifinal. The lighter left the Ajax midfielder in blood as it hit the head of the player. It resulted in stopping the game for around 30 minutes. Social media users have reacted to the emerging video of the incident.

Soccer fans are furious at the incident during the Dutch Cup semifinal

The incident occurred during the Dutch Cup semifinal between Feyenoord and Ajax. Ajax midfielder Davy Klaassen scored in the 51st minute to put Ajax in front. While the players celebrated near the corner flag, the home fan threw lighter targeting at Klaassen. The video that emerged on social media has drawn furious reactions from fans.

The action of Feyenoord supporters has disappointed the fans over social media. One fan wrote, “Such a shame. Still wild like centuries ago.” One of the fans talked about the rivalry between the two clubs causing such incidents, but feels there’s no excuse for this.

Many soccer fans labeled the deed of the hooligan as ridiculous and shameful, demanding strict action against him. Some of the fans also want the Feyenoord Club punished for this. Also, some fans were happy that the goal scored by Klaassen proved to be the winner. 

Ajax star had to be substituted

After the incident, the referee took the players into the dressing room. The match restarted after a delay of around 30 minutes. Ajax substituted Klaassen a few minutes after the restart as he complained of dizziness. 

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The former Premier League star said, “I had a throbbing feeling around the wound. I also had a trouble focusing, so I could have stayed on the pitch, but that was not going to help me nor the team,” after the game. “You don’t want to let it get to you, but sometimes you have to put your pride aside and do what’s best for the team.” 

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Ajax managed to get the win and will now play against PSV Eindhoven in the final of the Dutch Cup. Let us know your thoughts on the incident.