The 2024 Copa America ultimate was delayed by half-hour after supporters with out tickets breached safety exterior the Exhausting Rock Stadium.
Footage circulated on social media exhibiting followers breaking via one of many stadium’s most important gates, with police making a number of arrests whereas making an attempt to stem the movement of individuals.
The gate was subsequently locked down, whereas supporters had been seen receiving medical consideration and asking for water within the stifling circumstances.
The Copa America’s climax between Argentina and Colombia was attributable to start at 8pm native time (1am BST), however Copa America confirmed that kick-off had been pushed again.
“We want to inform you that people with out tickets won’t be allowed entry into the stadium,” they wrote on X.
“Solely these with bought tickets can be permitted entry as soon as entry is reopened. We additionally inform you that the match can be delayed by half-hour, beginning at 8:30 PM [local time].”
Reigning champions Argentina are searching for a record-breaking sixteenth Copa America triumph, whereas Colombia goal their second title – and first since 2001.
We want to inform you that people with out tickets won’t be allowed entry into the stadium.Solely these with bought tickets can be permitted entry as soon as entry is reopened.
We additionally inform you that the match can be delayed by half-hour, beginning at 8:30 PM.
— CONMEBOL Copa América™️ ENG (@copaamerica_ENG) July 14, 2024