Espanyol has strongly condemned the actions of their fans who invaded the pitch during the league title celebration of their rival team, Barcelona. CEO Mao Ye expressed their apologies to the football community and assured full cooperation to identify and eliminate the culprits from their stadium.
During Barcelona's moment of celebration, several Espanyol fans stormed the field, forcing Barcelona players to quickly retreat. Ye clarified that these individuals did not represent the values and ideals of Espanyol. He emphasized their commitment to preventing such incidents and vowed to take necessary measures to ensure they do not occur again.
In response to the pitch invasion, La Liga announced that they would collaborate with Espanyol to identify the individuals involved and take appropriate disciplinary actions against them. While neither Sergi Darder nor manager Luis Garcia could comment on the events as they missed them, the club released a statement expressing regret and condemning violence. Ye mentioned that they would review their security protocols to address any shortcomings that may have contributed to the incident.
Espanyol faced significant backlash, including criticism aimed at Ye and the club's leadership. Despite understanding the fans' frustration, Ye urged the supporters to continue supporting the team until the end, emphasizing the importance of safety in La Liga.
The repercussions of the pitch invasion could be severe for Espanyol, possibly resulting in a stadium closure depending on the outcome of the investigation. It was undoubtedly a difficult evening for Espanyol, as they now have only four games left to overcome a four-point gap to secure safety.
In their official statement, RCD Espanyol expressed regret for the isolated incidents that occurred at the end of the match and emphasized their refusal to tolerate any form of violence, no matter how minimal. They thanked their dedicated supporters who have stood by the team throughout the season, despite disappointing sporting results. The club reiterated their unequivocal rejection of violence in football and assured their full collaboration with law enforcement agencies to eradicate such behavior.
Espanyol remains committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for players, fans, and the football community as a whole. They recognize the need to learn from the recent events, rectify any security deficiencies, and continue striving until the end to secure their place in La Liga.
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