Last Sunday, July 15 The grand final of the 2024 Copa América was held, it was scheduled to start at 20 hours local team in Miami, but some incidents outside the stadium caused the match to be delayed.
Because the stadium doors were closed for several minutes and many fans who had bought their tickets, and even months before the cup began, had not entered, the highest authority in South American football made the decision that the game would begin at 20:15 local time.
In addition, The governing body of South American football confirmed that the problems were caused by people who tried to enter the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami without tickets.which caused the stadium security to make the decision to close the doors.
Through a statement they released through their official website, They assured that the corresponding agencies were subject to the decisions taken by the North American authorities in response to the disturbances that had occurred. This, “in accordance with the contractual responsibilities established for the security operation.”
Conmebol was clear in recommending that those in charge of the sports venue carry out the procedures tested in events of this size. However,said that the authorities chose not to take their suggestions into account.
Although Conmebol highlighted the poor behavior of some fans, Attendees at the game said there were multiple problems that are the responsibility of the event organizers.mentioning that there was no security filter of any kind up to the doors of the Hard Rock, which caused avalanches of people outside.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, has made it clear that the responsibility for what happened last night lies with Conmebol, the governing body of football in South America.The Copa America is organized by Conmebol and the Miami-Dade Police provide support.“, explained the mayor.
Much remains to be determined regarding what really happened regarding the altercations in what ended up being a sporting event, despite everything following this Copa America, Both the United States and Conmebol proved to be lacking in the organization, according to the coaches and players themselves through their statements during the tournament.
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