Some of the aggrieved Nigerian fans involved in the chaos
Chaos erupted in parts of Nigeria after Arsenal eliminated Real Madrid from the Champions League with a 5-1 aggregate score.
Prior to the first leg, which Arsenal won 3-0, Real Madrid players and supporters had confidently predicted a comeback, citing the club’s storied history in the competition.
However, that ambition was crushed when Madrid lost the second leg 2-1 to Arsenal at the Santiago Bernabéu on April 16, 2025, failing to meet expectations.
Goals from Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli sealed the victory for the Gunners in Spain, with Vinicius Junior scoring a consolation goal for the hosts.
Following the match, Nigerian fans of both teams clashed violently, engaging in physical fights amid the chaos.
In a viral video circulating on social media, some aggrieved fans were seen throwing stones at opposing supporters, expressing their frustration through violence.
Eventually, a group of fans was seen leaving the scene, conversing among themselves.
The video has sparked widespread criticism on social media, with football fans condemning the violent behavior of those involved.
Watch the chaotic incident below:
Real Madrid and Arsenal fans clåsh in Kano last night after UCL quarterfinal outcome pic.twitter.com/Vdo4Lt2jGh
— YabaLeftOnline (@yabaleftonline) April 17, 2025
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