Soccer matches between opposing countries that are not part of a tournament, such as the match between Mexico vs. Venezuela that took place in the U.S. on March 29, are usually referred to as "friendlies". Unfortunately, that term doesn't apply to some of the fan behavior in the stands.
Here's the story, courtesy of the Dirty Tackle:
A fight that proves Mexico matches in U.S. need more security [Dirty Tackle]
Here's the story, courtesy of the Dirty Tackle:
Playing friendlies in the U.S. is nothing new for Mexico -- it's a proven money-maker that can outdraw even the U.S. team. But if this video [available via Youtube] proves anything other than the depravity of drunk humans, it's that it might be time to start investing in better security for these matches.
Recorded during Mexico's friendly against Venezuela at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, these guys have an all-out, section clearing battle royale in the upper level of the stadium. Cheering/horrified fellow fans watch as bottles fly and a rapid fire combination of punches and knees to the head eventually lead up to one guy free falling down rows of seats.Noticeably absent in this video are the stadium security personnel. They are nowhere to be found, and there is no telling how long this fight actually went on before or after the video was taken. So for the higher-ups who are responsible for setting up these matches, please make a note of this for next time.
A fight that proves Mexico matches in U.S. need more security [Dirty Tackle]
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