[Saba Sports News] According to German media reports, VfL Wolfsburg were relegated after losing 1-2 to Paderborn in the second leg of the promotion-relegation play-off, and multiple clashes broke out after the match. After the final whistle, Paderborn fans were allowed onto the pitch to celebrate. Security staff set up cordons to protect the players. Benjamin Hoppe, sports coordinator of Wolfsburg, got into a confrontation with a chief security officer during this period. Witnesses stated that the two exchanged heated words and even came to physical blows. Wolfsburg released an official statement regarding the incident: “As we understand it, our staff member intended to enter the players’ area while his work ID was not visibly worn. After being reminded by security, he presented his credentials and attempted to proceed. He was then pulled back by the security personnel, and he broke free immediately. A brief verbal altercation followed amid heightened emotions. From the club’s perspective, this is not a notable incident. The security officers were carrying out their duties, and our employee was also performing his work responsibilities.”
The editor believes that a small number of Wolfsburg away fans clashed with security personnel around midnight. Fortunately, there were no major riots or injuries.