The Copa Libertadores match between defending champions Flamengo and Independiente Medellin was abandoned on Thursday due to significant crowd disturbances at Atanasio Girardot Stadium in Medellin, Colombia. Just five minutes into the match, with the score at 0-0, home fans began throwing flares and objects onto the pitch, prompting the referee to evacuate the stadium. The situation escalated as fans threatened to invade the pitch, leading to a chaotic atmosphere. Protesters were expressing their dissatisfaction with the club's management following a disappointing 2-1 loss to Aguilas Doradas, which left the team in 10th place in the domestic league. Flamengo's director of football, José Bono, expressed hope that CONMEBOL would award them the three points, citing that the home team failed to ensure safety. Flamengo has since returned to Brazil to prepare for their upcoming league game against Gremio.