5 Apr, 10:37Β·Β·

PEC vs. Go Ahead Derby Delayed Due to Masks

RTL Nieuws

The match between Go Ahead Eagles and PEC Zwolle was delayed because PEC Zwolle supporters refused to remove face coverings. Police removed the supporters from the stadium. The game will now resume after the disruption.

The match was scheduled to start at 12:15 PM. PEC Zwolle supporters were wearing covered faces in the away section. This was against an agreement between the clubs. Police had to clear the entire away section to allow the game to continue. Supporters were returned to Zwolle by bus. The delay lasted over three hours.

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Highlights

Match Postponed Due to Masks

The IJsselderby between Go Ahead Eagles and PEC Zwolle was postponed indefinitely because PEC supporters wore covered faces.

Police Removed Supporters

Police removed PEC Zwolle supporters from the away section due to their refusal to remove face coverings.

Delay Caused by Fan Disobedience

The match was delayed by over 1.5 hours because fans refused to comply with requests.

Victory After Disruptions

Go Ahead Eagles won 5-0 after the match was disrupted by PEC Zwolle supporters' actions.

General Director Supported Police Action

The Go Ahead Eagles general director said the police action was correct due to fan disobedience.

Timeline

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