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A shocking incident took place at the Iber Cup, an international youth football tournament in Cadiz, as a father engaged in a violent altercation with another dad, resulting in an attempted stabbing. The disturbing scene unfolded on the sidelines of a match, with fans and young players present.
A scuffle broke out between the two men, drawing the attention of others who attempted to intervene. One of the men brandished what appeared to be a knife, and with a forceful motion, tried to stab the other fan. However, he was swiftly pulled away by someone from behind.
Although it remains unclear if the victim sustained any injuries from the attack, he was seen walking away while holding his head. The incident caused alarm and concern among the spectators and officials present at the tournament.
Local reports indicate that the aggressor had exhibited threatening behavior prior to the altercation and had escalated the situation by using the weapon. Law enforcement promptly apprehended the attacker, who was subsequently arrested.
The Norfolk Referees Association, which had several members attending the tournament, commented on the incident, stating that it was the first time they encountered such an issue in their European tournament experiences. They emphasized that the situation was swiftly resolved, and the authorities took appropriate action.