Upgraded Security for Aue's Cup Match
Amidst the chaos of the third-round riots, FC Erzgebirge Aue's upcoming round of 16 match in the regional cup will be under heightened protection. According to the police and the association, the match is classified as "potentially disruptive" in category two. Stefan Weicker, vice president of the SSV, expressed his hopes for a tranquil event despite the uncertainty, saying, "We can only hope it stays calm."
Approximately 2000 spectators are expected to attend the game at SSV Markranstädt's stadium. However, the usual crowd count for Sachsenliga side Markranstädt's home games is just around 100 fans.
The previous third-round match at Stahl Riesa saw an outburst of crowd disorder, prompting a temporary halt of the game for about half an hour in the 83rd minute. Supporters from the visiting block stormed onto the pitch, forcing referee Ronny Walter to send both teams off the field. The situation finally calmed down only after the intervention of the authorities.
Given the unruly behavior by fans during FC Erzgebirge Aue's previous regional cup match, the National Cup round of 16 game against their opponents will necessitate increased safety measures. Nevertheless, Venue Vice President Stefan Weicker remains optimistic about a peaceful atmosphere, acknowledging that "it can't be anticipated with absolute certainty."
As for the specific safety measures being taken, the input does not provide any concrete information. You would need to check official announcements or sources related to the regional cup to gather further details.
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The data does not detail any enhanced security procedures for FC Erzgebirge Aue's round of 16 match in the regional cup due to fan disturbances. The articles instead concentrate on the security preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City and the host cities and match schedule for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025. To uncover further information about the safety measures for the match, you would need to refer to dedicated sources related to the regional cup or the team's official statements.
