Latest news and stories about public safety in sports in Portugal for expats and residents.
Seven people, including three children, were injured in São João da Madeira when a vehicle mounted the pavement during FC Porto title celebrations. The driver has been arrested following the incident.
Minister of Justice Rita Alarcão Júdice has signed a tripartite memorandum with Spain and Morocco to establish essential judicial cooperation mechanisms for the 2030 World Cup, focusing on security and cross-border crime.
APAF is concerned about the 'escalation of violent behaviour and the normalisation of conflict'
The case has been downgraded to an inquiry. The PSP will continue with the investigation.
The two young men, accused of running over ten people during FC Porto's celebrations, will appear before a judge at the São João da Madeira Court this Monday.
The incident occurred shortly after fans began arriving on the city's streets.
Protesters are awaiting the arrival of Lula da Silva at the Belém Palace, where he will meet with António José Seguro. Additionally, Rui Borges and Francesco Farioli have already held the pre-match press conference for the classic.
The intention is for fans to be able to consume beer and cider inside the venues again. A test could be carried out as early as the next matchday.
The sale and consumption of alcoholic drinks will be trialled at football stadiums in Portugal.
A look at the safety concerns surrounding the Rally of Portugal, sourced from the RTP historical archives.
A young player from the PSG Academy was hospitalised after defending a teammate from racist insults at the Porto International Cup. The authorities have opened proceedings and referred the case to the Public Prosecutor's Office.
The Authority for the Prevention and Combat of Violence in Sport (APCVD) has opened administrative proceedings and referred information to the Public Prosecutor's Office regarding the assault of a player and insults directed at referees during a youth tournament in Porto.
Armand, a young player representing the PSG Academy at the Porto International Cup, was taken to hospital with a broken nose.
Betis filed a complaint with UEFA due to the “dangerous and insecure situation” experienced by fans at the stadium entrances on Wednesday, before the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals against Sporting de Braga.
16-year-old player identified for assaulting a referee during a youth match in Alcobaça.
The handball classic between FC Porto and Sporting at the Dragão Arena was anything but, involving 'intense odours', a player and coach requiring medical assistance, and an alleged assault – the case has now reached the Public Prosecutor's Office and the government.
The Portuguese Handball Federation (FAP) has confirmed the opening of disciplinary proceedings following incidents before the FC Porto vs. Sporting match on March 28 at the Dragão Arena. The match, classified as high-risk, saw Sporting coach Ricardo Costa and player Christian Moga receive medical assistance due to an intense smell in the visiting dressing room. While the FAP is investigating potential disciplinary breaches, the Public Prosecutor's Office has also launched a criminal inquiry. FC Porto denies any irregularities in the dressing room, while Sporting president Frederico Varandas has raised concerns about a broader pattern of incidents.
The police report has already been requested from the PSP.
Homicide on a pitch in the Cacilhas area following clashes between two teams. The suspect has already been arrested by the Judicial Police.
Members of the Sporting handball team felt unwell and had to be assisted by firefighters and examined by a doctor at the FC Porto arena. A federation delegate also required assistance. The intense smell was described as being identical to bleach.
The fan was in a state of intoxication in the VIP box area.
The Sporting handball team complained of an intense smell of bleach or a toxic substance in the Dragão Arena dressing room before their match against FC Porto, forcing them to change outside the cabins, according to reports from A Bola and Record. Coach Ricardo Costa and pivot Moga required medical assistance and were transported to a hospital on the advice of the medical team. Other players from the Sporting squad also felt unwell. Match delegates described the smell as 'numbing' and decided to delay the match, originally scheduled for 6:00 PM, by 15 minutes. According to Record, Sporting reported the incident to the Portuguese Handball Federation, which requested that FC Porto inspect the dressing rooms, though no abnormalities were found. The case is expected to be reviewed by the relevant authorities and bodies, as questions are raised regarding safety conditions at the venue.
The incident occurred after a football match in the Picassinos area.
An under-11 match between Ponte de Frielas and Bobadelense was marred by a serious incident after an assistant coach from the visiting team assaulted the referee, a situation that has already led to a police report.
The webpage provides a roundup of recent news related to Portugal, highlighting political, sporting, and local events. Key points include the re-election of José Luís Carneiro as Secretary-General of the PS with 96.9% of votes, and Varandas being re-elected as president of Sporting CP, emphasizing his modest outlook despite the victory. In sports, Ivanovic's unexpected heroics helped Benfica overtake Sporting in the Primeira Liga standings, and a final between Sporting and Benfica is scheduled for the Portuguese Cup. Local incidents include a fire in Setúbal that displaced 30 residents. Additionally, there are updates on international issues affecting Portugal, such as tensions in the Middle East and geopolitical movements involving the US and North Korea.
The webpage provides a broad overview of recent news related to Portugal, including political, sports, and local incidents. Key highlights include the re-election of José Luís Carneiro as Secretary-General of the PS with 96.9% of votes, and Varandas being re-elected as president of Sporting CP, emphasizing ongoing leadership stability. In sports, Ivanovic's unexpected heroics helped Benfica overtake Sporting in the Liga standings, and a final between Sporting and Benfica is scheduled for the Taça de Portugal. Local incidents include a fire in Setúbal that displaced 30 residents. Additionally, Portugal's Nobel laureate is praised for honoring science, and the country is involved in international tensions, such as the Ukraine conflict and North Korea's missile exercises. Overall, the news reflects political continuity, sports developments, local emergencies, and Portugal's active role in global affairs.
Violence associated with professional football in Portugal has seen a significant decline during the first half of the season, with a 37% drop in incidents compared to the previous year. However, police authorities are concerned about the emergence of the “casual” movement—organised groups of fans who avoid traditional club affiliation to focus on pre-arranged physical confrontations. While pyrotechnics and direct assaults have decreased, officials note that violence is becoming more unpredictable and spreading to other sports like futsal and handball, necessitating enhanced surveillance and international cooperation ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
The number of violence-related incidents in professional football competitions fell by nearly 37% up to January 4, according to the PSP's National Office for Sports Events (PNID), which warns of the growth of 'casuals' in Portugal.
According to the PSP, sports such as futsal, roller hockey, and handball have become new stages for violent groups.
As of 22 February, 437 fans in Portugal were banned from accessing sports venues.
