Östers IF has strongly condemned an incident where two powerful firecrackers were thrown onto the pitch during their home match against Landskrona BoIS on Saturday. The club has now spoken out on their website and social media, condemning the event and announcing that they are working with authorities to identify those involved. Last result: Osters IF 0-1 Landskrona BoIS (2026-08-08).
What happened?
During the match against Landskrona BoIS, two bangers were thrown onto the pitch from the Södra Stå stand. Club director Jens Magnusson has described the incident as "very serious" and emphasizes that such incidents have no place in football. Östers IF has now started collaborating with the police to track down those responsible.
Why it is serious
Such incidents can not only disrupt the match but also pose a safety risk to players, referees, and spectators. Östers IF has previously worked hard to create a safe and positive atmosphere at the stadium, and the incident goes against the club's values.
What comes next?
The club has promised to take strict measures against those involved if they are identified. Additionally, Östers IF will work closely with security personnel and authorities to prevent similar incidents in the future. Östers IF's next match is at home against GIF Sundsvall on August 25, 2026.
