Overview

• The Nordostdeutscher Fußballverband opened proceedings against both clubs and announced initial penalties following pyrotechnics and a post-match pitch invasion at Friday’s 0:0.
• An HFC player was suspended for two matches and fined €750; the official notice did not name him, while BILD reports it is Fabrice Hartmann.
• Chemie’s Valon Aliji received an indefinite precautionary suspension on suspicion of misconduct involving a pitch invader, ruling him out of tonight’s game against Rot-Weiß Erfurt.
• The federation is also investigating Philipp Wendt, as both clubs contend some players acted in self-defense when confronted by intruding supporters.
• Chemie filed a formal protest, arguing the decision is premature and lacks specific allegations, with further disciplinary steps and potential appeals pending.