Argentina Soccer Riot Closes Top Stadium as Messi Awaits Brazil
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A Buenos Aires prosecutor ordered the closure of Argentina’s largest stadium after clashes yesterday between police and fans injured more than 30 people as the country prepares to host this week South America’s top soccer tournament.
The closure of Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires was ordered after fans of Club Atletico River Plate hurled bleachers at police and destroyed concessions stands following a match that saw the team relegated to the second division for the first time in its 110-year history. River Plate has won 33 Argentine titles, more than any other team.