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Kees Kwakman shocked by fireworks chaos at Cambuur-Feyenoord clash
Kees Kwakman, now an analyst, was visibly upset as the SC Cambuur‑Feyenoord encounter was temporarily halted after twelve minutes when fireworks were ignited from the Feyenoord‑vak, some of which flew toward the home supporters, creating a chaotic scene that left fans and players bewildered.
The match was stopped at the twelve‑minute mark after a massive volley of fireworks erupted from the Feyenoord‑vak. The pyrotechnics not only illuminated the stadium but also launched projectiles toward the Cambuur supporters in the stands.
Fireworks halt match after twelve minutes
Speaking to , Kwakman said, “I become very sad about this.” He described the incident as “flabbergasting” and expressed uncertainty about how the game would have concluded.
He added that the game continued on the opposite half of the pitch while the fireworks reached the midfield line, noting, “If the match had taken place on the side of the fireworks, I don’t know how it ended.”
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Kwakman, a former player for FC Volendam and NAC, emphasized that there was nothing wrong with the match itself. He called it “a nice match with a great atmosphere” and said the situation was unexpected.
He observed that even Feyenoord fans appeared defeated and urged anyone with a solution to come forward, stating, “If someone knows a solution, I would like to hear it.”
Kwakman warned that such actions could lead to drastic measures, suggesting that “no spectators” might become the next step.
He concluded that the episode was “completely sad and terrible,” underscoring his disappointment with the fan‑initiated disruption.