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Police intervene as SV Waldhof and Kaiserslautern clash delays

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:21 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Police intervene as SV Waldhof and Kaiserslautern clash delays

Summary

A police intervention occurred during the DFB-Pokal first round match between SV Waldhof Mannheim and 1.FC Kaiserslautern at Carl-Benz-Stadion on August 21, 2026, following a 0-0 draw. The situation escalated after Marlon Ritter clashed with several SV Waldhof players. Flares were reportedly thrown from the away section, leading Mannheim supporters to attempt to storm the pitch. Referee Robert Schröder sent both teams to the tunnel as police used pepper spray to control the crowd. An investigation into the incident is expected.

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By the Numbers

•Match between SV Waldhof Mannheim and 1.FC Kaiserslautern ended 0-0.
•Police intervened after clashes broke out on the pitch and in the stands.
•Flares were thrown from the away section towards the main stand.
•Both teams were sent to the tunnel by referee Robert Schröder.
•Authorities may conduct further investigations into the chaos.

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Police intervention has been required during the DFB-Pokal first round clash between SV Waldhof Mannheim and 1.FC Kaiserslautern this evening. As the final whistle sounded at the Carl-Benz-Stadion af...
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