An unbelievable scene unfolded during the 11th round of the Campeonato Paranaense, a regional Brazilian championship.
During the match between Paraná Clube and Coritiba FC, a red card incident led to the intervention of military police on the field.
It all happened in the 38th minute when a Paraná Clube defender committed a brutal foul on an opposing forward. The referee immediately showed a red card, but the player reacted aggressively, confronting the official.
Feeling threatened, the referee called for police assistance to ensure his safety. “Due to his aggressive and intimidating behavior, I requested the presence of the police, who entered the field for my protection.”
Police Intervention Restores Order
As soon as security forces stepped onto the pitch, Diego Ivo calmed down instantly, avoiding a potentially serious escalation.
This unusual incident has sparked widespread reactions in Brazil, highlighting how match tensions can sometimes spiral out of control.