The official liaison for the final cup match operation, Commissioner Ana Ricardo, confirmed the arrest of three individuals. One was detained for ticket sales speculation, another for throwing a pyrotechnic device at a moving vehicle, and a third for resisting and coercing a PSP officer.
Following the celebrations of the Portuguese Cup final at Estádio do Jamor, featuring Benfica and Sporting, two individuals suffered burn injuries caused by pyrotechnic articles. One person received on-site assistance, while a more severe case involved a 19-year-old who was transported to Hospital de São José by the National Institute of Medical Emergency (INEM), according to the source.
The PSP has identified 25 individuals as of 18:15, who were taken to the police station for possession or detonation of pyrotechnic articles.
The match between Benfica and Sporting is taking place this afternoon at Estádio do Jamor, located in the municipality of Oeiras, Lisbon district, with the score being zero-zero at halftime. The area surrounding the national stadium is the site of traditional festivities, including food and drink, attended by supporters of the two Lisbon clubs.
