Netherlands: Match abandoned

Groningen fans protested their side's first relegation in 25 years by throwing smoke bombs and invading the pitch in a match against Ajax on Sunday. The referee called the game off after just 12 minute of play as black smoke billowed from the pitch and stewards wrestled a protesting fan to the floor. Groningen's relegation was confirmed last Sunday when they drew 1-1 at Go Ahead Eagles. The club will play in the Dutch second tier next season for the first time since 1998-99.

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