Ecuador Football Violence
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Ecuador's 'Clásico del Astillero' between Barcelona SC and Emelec was marred by significant pre-match violence and incidents. Barcelona SC's team bus was attacked, leading the club to play the derby under protest due to security concerns. The match itself ended in a 0-0 draw and was delayed by an hour.
Barcelona SC Coach Slams 'Unprecedented' Violence Marring Ecuador's Clásico
- The first "Clásico del Astillero" of 2026 between Emelec and Barcelona SC was marred by violence and incidents before and during the match. - Barcelona SC played under protest due to security concerns after their bus was attacked with projectiles upon arrival at the stadium. - Emelec also reported damage and theft at their facilities, while the match itself ended in a scoreless draw, with Barcel…
Barcelona SC and Emelec draw in Clásico marked by pre-match violence
- Barcelona SC and Emelec drew 0-0 in a tense "Clásico del Astillero" marked by pre-match violence. - The match was delayed by an hour after Barcelona SC's bus was attacked with stones upon arrival at…
Barcelona SC to play derby under protest after team bus attack
- Barcelona SC will play the "Clásico del Astillero" against Emelec under protest due to security concerns. - The decision follows an attack on the Barcelona SC team bus with stones and objects as it …
Violence flares before Ecuador's "Clásico del Astillero"; Barcelona SC bus attacked
- Violence erupted before the "Clásico del Astillero" football match between Emelec and Barcelona SC in Guayaquil. - Barcelona SC's team bus was attacked with stones, causing broken windows and raisin…