Crazy scenes with Derry v Shamrock halted after child picks up FLARE and runs across pitch

There were crazy scenes with League of Ireland match Derry v Shamrock being halted after a child picks up a FLARE and runs across the pitch.

The game had already been an intense one, with both teams vying for the title. The visitors, Shamrock Rovers, went ahead just before the hour mark through Aaron Greene.

Shortly after, the 34-year-old added a second goal, followed by Richie Towell scoring the third for Stephen Bradley’s side.

Derry City to score a consolation goal through substitute Pat Hoban, but the deficit was too large to overcome.

Unfortunately, the hosts’ night took a turn for the worse in stoppage time when a flare was chucked from the stands onto the pitch, causing a small fire to the astro turf beside the touchline.

One user uploaded a video of the incident, and said: ‘Flare thrown onto side of pitch at Brandywell, probably burning a chunk of the astro, then a child runs onto pitch, picks up flare and runs off with it. Totally normal’

Flare thrown onto side of pitch at Brandywell, probably burning a chunk of the astro, then a child runs onto pitch, picks up flare and runs off with it. Totally normal pic.twitter.com/ieHMgpOBup

— Aidan O’Hara (@oharaa) April 19, 2024

Shortly after, order was reinstated, with the final minute of stoppage time played without any further disruptions.

The result meant that Shamrock climbed to third place in the standings, leapfrogging Derry City in the Premier Division table.

Shamrock have won the title for the past four consecutive years and are currently trailing league leaders Shelbourne by three points with a game in hand.

Police are also investigating trouble which took place after the game.

As per Belfast Telegraph, fans were also made to gather in the centre circle after the final whistle as order was restored.

Police responded to incidents near the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium also came under attack from missiles, with some PSNI vehicles damaged.

Officers said they dealt with disorder in the Lone Moor Road area of Derry.

Chief Inspector Moyne said: “Officers intervened following public disorder after a football match in the area.

“When responding to the incident, masonry was thrown at police. There have been no reports of injury at this time, however it was reported that a large group of young people were involved in the damage of a number of police vehicles.

“The group dispersed and a policing presence will remain in the area.

“Footage obtained by our evidence gathering team will form part of the investigation.”

This is how fans reacted to the crazy scenes with Derry v Shamrock halted after a child picks up a FLARE and runs across the pitch…

@dull84: Jaysis Christ. When ya go to the match with the lad and the wife asks what was the match like. Ahh quiet……

@universe55592: Derry’s Version of The Olympic Torch Lighting Ceremony!

@owenc1001: what the fuck have i just watched ☠️

@cillian32: A Derry child … They built differently.

@LN_STU: Like watching one of the Red Arrows practising above Lincoln 😂

@Crabby_Patty_: Haha look at the wee man go 😂

@FitzsimonsKeith: How in the name of god was the child able to make their way that far onto the pitch, pick up a flare and run back with it in their hand 🤯🤯🤯

@docDoherty78: Absolute embarrassment. All wee 13/14 year olds gimps who watched green street a few times. Fucking rats

@Dunner3: We’re a million miles away from been a taken seriously as a league, kids running round with flares on a plastic pitch 😂😂😂

@sheilo_4: Jesus Christ it’s beyond me how some people don’t love this league

@BlissettSal: Never change League of Ireland ♥️

@SimplyFYNCH: might be one of the best videos ever

@MangoDassle: God bless the league of Ireland

@richiekav: Craziest thing I’ve ever seen. Dunno whether to laugh or be disgusted 😫

@Conor_Hallahan: Seriously though, some clubs pay big money for security and policing every year yet others can get away with stuff like this and having away fans vulnerable to attacks from outside the stadium. Governing body need to get their act together @FAIreland

@JaseL2022: 🤣🤣 the league of ireland is a mad gaff

@Conor_Hallahan: Can’t wait to see what crazy decision the FAI come up with after this

@TheFeth: This is mental. As much as I love pyro myself. And a lot seem to agree it adds to the atmosphere big time. It’s done in Ireland!

@EFC_lemon11: Casual league of Ireland Friday

@Buntingfootball: This is absolutely mental, so dangerous for the child could have burnt himself to bits there. Don’t find that one bit funny the child could have been seriously hurt. League of Ireland has a serious issue with pyrotechnics.

@Jaydan_33: Sure where else would ye get it. Welcome to the loi

@Chrissclarke_: Hahahahaha greatest league in the world

@AJoyForever83: I know it’s not funny but the kid running with the flare is some sight lmao 😂😂😂 he means business, fair play!!

@TerracePaul: What in the hell is going on here? The Irish are built different 😂 💪🏼

@fezfhfc: Was in stitches watching this at the time 😂

@conchurdebarra: average day in the league of ireland 😂😂

@caelanom: The greatest league in the world what

@EireSpark: This is fucking mental btw 🤣🤣🤣

@cahilljackie: Couldn’t believe this watching it. Why didn’t someone take the flare off the kid?

@MrMcBride4: League of Ireland in a nutshell 😂

@killianodris: That child can’t be any older than 8 what the fuck hahahahahahahahahahah