Al-Qadisiyah Riot Video: Security Arrests Son, Father Intervenes
News Context
At a glance
- A recent match between Al-Qadisiyah and Kuwait teams was marred by significant disturbances,including an incident involving the son of a team administrator entering the pitch.
- the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior announced on September 27, 2024, the arrest of twelve individuals in connection with riots that erupted during and after the match.
- The specific charges against those arrested have not been publicly detailed as of September 29, 2024.
Disturbances at Kuwait vs. Al-Qadisiyah Match Lead to Arrests
Match Disrupted by On-Field Incident and Subsequent Riots
A recent match between Al-Qadisiyah and Kuwait teams was marred by significant disturbances,including an incident involving the son of a team administrator entering the pitch. video footage circulating online shows the individual descending from the stands onto the playing field before being intercepted and detained by Kuwaiti Special Forces. His father reportedly attempted to intervene during the arrest.
Twelve Arrested Following Post-Match Unrest
the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior announced on September 27, 2024, the arrest of twelve individuals in connection with riots that erupted during and after the match. among those detained are Sheikh Fahd Talal Al-Fahd, president of Al-Qadisiyah Club, and Khaled Al-Ghanem, president of Kuwait Club, according to reports.