An Argentine soccer coach was shot in the shoulder and players fled the pitch on Sunday as Huracan Las Heras fans fought among themselves during a third-tier match in Mendoza province.
Videos showed players from Huracan and opponents Ferro de General Pico running for cover and fans hiding behind walls as shots rang out at the ground.
Argentina Third Division match between Huracan vs Ferro abandoned after gunshots from the stands.
Ferro manager was shot in the shoulder, but was not badly injured. pic.twitter.com/InCjmRG732— Gilles (@GrimandiTweetss) November 1, 2021
Sports newspaper Ole said Ferro coach Mauricio Romero received a gunshot wound to the shoulder as organized fan groups linked to Huracan fought amongst themselves.
A video showed Romero being treated for a wound to his shoulder, with the club later saying he had gone to hospital.
Video Of Romero's Gun Shot Wound (Graphic)
Incredible scenes today in Argentina's 4th tier (Torneo Federal A) as Ferro General Pico manager Mauricio Romero was shot in the shoulder during their game with Huracán Las Heras
— GOLAZO (@golazoargentino) November 1, 2021
“Romero is doing well and out of danger,” Ferro tweeted.
“After leaving the stadium he underwent tests in a local hospital and is now giving a statement to police.”
Huracan said the fighting was "ruining" the club.
“For years families have been chased from grounds," they said in a Facebook post. "May all those that harm the club stay away so that the real fans can return.”
The match in the Federal A league was suspended late in the second half with Huracan leading 3-1.
(Reporting by Andrew Downie in London; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
