Pig's Head Thrown on Field During Corinthians vs. Palmeiras Derby
Brazilian police are investigating the incident that disrupted the intense rivalry match, raising concerns over fan behavior.
- During the Corinthians and Palmeiras match, a pig's head was thrown onto the field as Palmeiras prepared to take a corner kick.
- Corinthians striker Yuri Alberto kicked the pig's head off the field, narrowly avoiding injury.
- Police have questioned two individuals and are searching for a third involved in smuggling the pig's head into the stadium.
- The incident is rooted in historical rivalry, with Palmeiras fans being derogatorily called 'pigs' since 1969.
- This event echoes a similar occurrence in 2002, when a pig's head was thrown during a Barcelona vs. Real Madrid match.