The Madrid Derby was interrupted when a fan threw debris at Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, an incident that has drawn global media attention. Spanish newspaper As compiled reports from global media outlets, considering this match to be chaotic and disgraceful.
German newspaper Bild directly described it as a “scandal,” believing that after Real Madrid scored, Courtois provoked Atlético fans, leading to a conflict that caused the match to be interrupted. Another German media outlet, Kicker, headlined their report with “Atlético Steals Two Points from Real Madrid.”
Germany’s Der Spiegel reported under the headline “Fans Throwing Lighters Interrupts Madrid Derby,” noting that due to intense hostility between both sides, plus Courtois’ provocation of Atlético fans, the match was interrupted.
French newspaper L’Équipe reported under the title “Match Interrupted After Fans Attack Courtois,” believing that the interruption was to ensure the safety of both teams and also suggesting that fans need to reflect. French newspaper Le Parisien believed that the Madrid Derby ended in a draw amidst tension and chaos but did not specify why the match was interrupted.
Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport bluntly stated that the Madrid Derby was a disgraceful match. Another Italian media outlet, Roma Sport, focused on Atlético’s equalizer but also believed that the interruption would be long remembered by the outside world.
Portuguese newspaper A Bola emphasized the conflict between Courtois and fans, which led to fans throwing objects and interrupting the match. Portuguese newspaper Record stated that the Madrid Derby was full of controversy and also mentioned the interruption, saying, “The Madrid Derby is the most thrilling football match in the world, and today proved it once again.”
British newspaper Daily Mail considered the interruption dramatic, and so was the result of the match. Additionally, The Sun believed the Madrid Derby was crazy, while The Guardian and Mirror both reported on the interruption and discussed Atlético coach Diego Simeone’s dissatisfaction with extremist fans.
Argentine media TyC Sports and Olé also followed this match, but due to Atlético coach Simeone being Argentine, they only described the match as crazy without delving into the interruption.
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