Partizan players confronted by fans after loss, Gendarmery intervenes / News - Basketnews.com

Partizan fans whistled and booed the players after the game. Some members of the Partizan ultras - Grobari- shouted at the passing players, and Gendarmery had to guard them. One fan got into a verbal conflict with Mateusz Ponitka.

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Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade lost a tight game against FC Bayern Munich at home in the famous Stark Arena. Following the final whistle, the local fans were more than unhappy with the result.

Sylvain Francisco hit a clutch three-pointer with just 1.1 seconds left on the game clock. Kevin Punter missed a pretty open shot on the ensuing possession, and Partizan suffered yet another defeat.

This was the team's third loss in the EuroLeague in a row. In addition, Partizan lost to KK Split at home in the ABA League on Monday.

While a significant number of Partizan fans applauded the team's effort after the final whistle, numerous supporters started whistling and booing. After the games, Partizan's most loyal fans, Grobari, usually greet the players and perform at least one chant with them. This time, it wasn't the case.

A confrontation occurred between some members of the Grobari and Partizan players. While some defended the players, others were quick to shout. "Whose emblem are you wearing?" one of the fans roared.

The local high-level police forces - Gendarmery - had to guard the players from the fans, a practice that's usually reserved for moments when opposing teams leave the court.

A confrontation even started between a Partizan player, Mateusz Ponitka, and a Partizan fan in the stands, Telegraf writes. According to MaxBet Sport, Tristan Vukcevic calmed the situation before the matter got out of hand.

One fan was escorted from the Stark Arena by Gendarmery.

A fan is escorted from the arena by Gendarmeryafter the game:

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