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Madrid derby suspended as Atletico fans throw objects onto pitch after Real score opening goal - with Diego Simeone & Koke pleading for calm amid chaotic scenes at Civitas Metropolitano

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<p>The referee paused the Madrid derby midway through the second half after Atletico fans began throwing items onto the pitch. Real took the lead through Eder Militao in the 64th minute, and items were thrown from behind Thibaut Courtois' goal, before Atletico players, including captain Koke, and manager Diego Simeone appealed for calm.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Real's players were seemingly happy to keep playing, but the referee, in line with La Liga's protocols, decided to take the players off. Blancos goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was seen clearing items from his area, including a lighter that he handed to officials.</p>

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<p>Both Simeone and Koke tried to calm their fans down, heading behind Courtois' goal to speak with them directly. After a break in play of around 20 minutes, the game was finally resumed.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Real are next in action against LOSC in the Champions League on Wednesday. Atletico play Benfica on the same night, in the same competition.</p>

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Madrid derby suspended as Atletico fans throw objects onto pitch after Real score opening goal - with Diego Simeone & Koke pleading for calm amid chaotic scenes at Civitas Metropolitano | Goal.com

Real Madrid&apos;s clash with Atletico Madrid was paused because of chaos in the stands, as multiple items were thrown onto the pitch by supporters.

Madrid derby suspended as Atletico fans throw objects onto pitch after Real score opening goal - with Diego Simeone &amp; Koke pleading for calm amid chaotic scenes at Civitas Metropolitano