Messi knocked down by fan in Puerto Rico pitch invasion

Lionel Messi was knocked to the ground as fans invaded the pitch during chaotic scenes at a match in Puerto Rico on Thursday.Nearly 20,000 spectators in Bayamon, on the Caribbean island of Puerto…

27 Feb, 16:22 — 27 Feb, 19:50

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Pitch invasions, while sometimes seen as expressions of fan passion, pose significant security risks to athletes and can disrupt sporting events. This incident involving global football icon Lionel Messi underscores the challenges event organizers face in managing large crowds and ensuring player safety, especially given Messi's immense popularity which often draws fervent reactions from supporters.

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Lionel MessiFootball star knocked down Puerto RicoLocation of the match and invasion FansInvaded the pitch Inter MiamiMessi's team BayamonSpecific city in Puerto Rico where event occurred

Coverage Timeline

First report: AP · 27 Feb, 16:22|Full coverage: All 3 sources within 3h|Window: 3h

AP27 Feb, 16:22First to report

Lionel Messi knocked down as fans storm the pitch during Inter Miami friendly in Puerto Rico - AP News

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Yahoo27 Feb, 19:09