SK Slavia Prague have been handed severe sanctions following the chaotic abandonment of their derby against AC Sparta Prague, after hundreds of supporters stormed the pitch during violent scenes that shocked European football.
The Czech First League disciplinary committee confirmed on Tuesday that Slavia had been fined 10 million Czech crowns, approximately €483,000, the maximum punishment allowed under league regulations. The club was also ordered to forfeit the match 3-0 and will now be forced to play their next four home matches behind closed doors.
Sparta Prague were also punished, receiving a fine of 600,000 Czech crowns after visiting supporters set off flares and caused damage inside the stadium.
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The explosive Prague derby descended into chaos during stoppage time on Saturday with Slavia leading 3-2 and seemingly moments away from securing the Czech league title. Instead, the match was abandoned after large numbers of home supporters breached security barriers and flooded onto the pitch.
Videos of the incident quickly spread across social media and international media platforms, showing supporters carrying lit flares, confronting opposition players and throwing pyrotechnics into sections of the stadium.
Players from both teams attempted to flee the field as the situation escalated, while Czech police entered the stadium to restore order. Authorities later confirmed that criminal proceedings had been launched on suspicion of rioting.
Among those targeted during the disorder was Sparta goalkeeper Jakub Surovcik, who was reportedly struck by a flare thrown from the stands.
Slavia chairman Jaroslav Tvrdik described the scenes as a disgrace and announced that the club’s North Tribune, home to the most hardcore supporters, would be closed indefinitely.
The fallout has also extended to the dressing room. Slavia confirmed that striker Tomas Chory and midfielder David Doudera have both been suspended for the remainder of the season following their involvement during the heated derby. Both players had received red cards during the match and the club added that neither player would feature again for the Czech champions.
In an official statement, Slavia acknowledged responsibility for the events.
“We accept the decision of the disciplinary committee with respect and are fully aware of the seriousness of the entire situation and the responsibility associated with organising the match,” the club stated.
The punishment represents one of the harshest disciplinary measures handed down in recent Czech football history. It once again raises serious questions regarding crowd control, stadium security and supporter violence in high-risk fixtures across Europe.
