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Delegate Saad emphasized their commitment to holding perpetrators accountable, underscoring the importance of intelligence and evidence collection in preventing future conflicts associated with football matches.
The Role of Social Media and Fan Organization
One of the most striking aspects of this incident was the discussion surrounding the role of social media in organizing and exacerbating such conflicts. The reporting revealed that there were speculations about the clashes being premeditated through communication platforms, notably WhatsApp. Fans, particularly from São Paulo, alleged that plans for the violence had been circulated on various online forums days beforehand.