Ultras of Partizan Belgrade Set Fire To Red Star Belgrade Stadium in Violent Derby
Red Star secured a 3-0 victory, but the Serbian classic was overshadowed by serious crowd trouble at Rajko Mitić Stadium, where Partizan supporters set seats on fire.
The Belgrade derby once again proved why it is considered one of the most intense rivalries in world football. On this occasion, Red Star Belgrade claimed a commanding 3-0 win over Partizan Belgrade, but the result quickly became secondary due to serious incidents caused by visiting ultras.
The match, played at Rajko Mitić Stadium, turned chaotic when frustrated Partizan fans began setting fire to seats in the away section. Images showed flames spreading across several rows as thick smoke covered parts of the stands.
Security personnel and firefighters intervened swiftly to extinguish the blaze, while police reinforced their presence inside and outside the stadium to prevent further escalation. Despite the severity of the situation, the match was completed, albeit under an atmosphere of extreme tension.
The derby between Red Star and Partizan is widely regarded as one of Europe’s fiercest clashes, shaped by deep political, social, and sporting divisions that go far beyond the pitch. However, episodes like this once again raise concerns about stadium safety and the role of ultra groups in modern football.
What was meant to be a showcase of Serbian football ended overshadowed by flames in the stands, leaving a troubling image for the sport and its supporters.
