Cristiano Biraghi, a prominent player for Fiorentina, was hurt at the Europa Conference League final in a regrettable incident after a West Ham supporter struck him.
During the first half of the game at Prague’s Eden Arena, a group of West Ham supporters caused mayhem by tossing plastic pint glasses at Fiorentina’s players. These violent behaviors prompted a temporary halt to the competition taking place.
Biraghi Injured by Missile Attack
The situation escalated when Biraghi, preparing to execute a corner kick before half-time, was hit by a missile from the crowd. The Fiorentina captain was visibly injured, suffering a cut on the back of his head which required immediate medical attention and a bandage.
Following the event, a message was broadcast over the stadium’s public address system pleading with spectators to stop throwing things onto the field and to show respect for the players.
Resumption of Play Despite Unruly Fan Behavior
The game ultimately restarted with the score still 0-0 despite the disrespectful crowd conduct. The administration dealt with it quickly, but it was a strong reminder of the value of acting properly when watching sports.
You can watch video of the event here.
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