Czech lower‑league football match erupts with threats and multiple red cards

A relegation‑deciding match in the Pardubice I.B class between Načesice and Horný Jelení turned violent. Horný Jelení fell behind 0‑3 by the 23rd minute and players reacted with vulgar insults aimed at the officials. Main referee Michal Hájek recorded a barrage of abusive language, including repeated threats such as “Nájdem si vás a všetkých vás zabijem” ("I will find you and kill you all").

Hájek issued five red cards – four to Horný Jelení players and one to an assistant coach – after the on‑field quarrel escalated. The regional disciplinary commission will examine the incidents. Organisers intervened to reroute the teams away from a blocked exit, preventing a possible physical confrontation.

The episode highlights concerns about misconduct in lower‑tier football and will be reviewed by football authorities.