The Dutch Cup match between Ajax and Feyenoord was brought to a halt when an object was thrown from the crowd and struck Ajax midfielder Davy Klaassen in the back of the head. Klaassen had just scored a goal to put Ajax in the lead when he was hit, causing him to bleed heavily. The match was suspended in the 62nd minute while the teams and football association decided on the appropriate course of action.
During the delay, Feyenoord assistant John de Wolf took to the microphone to address the home crowd, urging them to use their brains and ensure that nothing else was thrown onto the field. After a lengthy delay, play resumed with Klaassen returning to the pitch after receiving medical attention.
However, just minutes into the restart, Klaassen fell to the ground in pain and was subsequently substituted. The incident has sparked outrage among fans and players alike, with many calling for stricter measures to be put in place to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
The incident is just the latest in a string of similar incidents that have occurred in recent years, highlighting the need for greater vigilance and stricter enforcement of existing rules and regulations. While it remains to be seen what action will be taken in response to this latest incident, it is clear that something needs to be done to ensure that players are protected from such dangerous and potentially life-threatening behavior.
In the meantime, Klaassen and his teammates will no doubt be hoping for a speedy recovery and a return to the pitch as soon as possible. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that players face every time they step onto the field, and underscores the importance of taking all necessary precautions to ensure their safety and well-being.