The soccer derby between Hammarby and Djurgarden was suspended due to fireworks thrown by Djurgarden fans, reflecting growing concerns over public safety in sports events.
Hammarby is in the league's top two, and leading 2-0 against Djurgarden, a result that would allow rival Malmo to claim the title if drawn.
The decision to resume the match without fans was made after the police deemed the situation unsafe, highlighting challenges of crowd management in high-stakes matches.
The incident is emblematic of larger issues in spectator safety at sporting events, especially in high-pressure situations like a potential league title decider.
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