# Newell’s Old Boys security and match controversies

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/newells-old-boys-security-and-match-controversies
> Updated: 2026-10-03T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Club Atlético Newell’s Old Boys has announced intentions to pursue legal action following violent disturbances occurring near and inside the Marcelo Bielsa Stadium. The club issued a statement expressing “most energetic repudiation” of the violence, maintaining that its members and directors did not provoke the incidents. 

In its response, the club criticized the conduct of security forces, specifically rejecting the “intrusion of agents” into club facilities. Leadership expressed “deep distrust” regarding the planning of security operations and demanded accountability for failures in protocol. 

Amidst these security concerns, the club is preparing for a critical Clausura tournament match against Lanús. The fixture has drawn scrutiny due to the appointment of referee Darío Herrera, whose previous officiating history with both clubs has been noted as controversial.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-03: Newell's Old Boys faces Lanús amid refereeing controversy

Newell's Old Boys faces Lanús in a crucial Clausura match in Zone A, amid controversy surrounding the appointment of referee Darío Herrera.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/newells-old-boys-faces-lans-amid-refereeing-controversy

### 2026-09-30: Newell’s Old Boys to take legal action after stadium violence

Newell’s Old Boys will pursue legal action following violent incidents at its stadium, condemning police conduct and denying responsibility for the disturbances.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/newells-old-boys-to-take-legal-action-after-stadium-violence

---
Cite as: Newell’s Old Boys security and match controversies. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/newells-old-boys-security-and-match-controversies