Santos Fans React to Relegation: Street Chaos as Players’ Cars Set Ablaze

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Santos supporters expressed their frustration and disappointment by setting players’ cars on fire and causing chaos in the streets after the club’s historic relegation from Brazil’s top tier.

The renowned club, notable for Pele’s era from 1956 to 1974, faced a devastating blow as they fell 2-1 to Fortaleza in the final match of the Brazilian Serie A.

Despite slipping into the relegation zone with a winless streak in their last five games, a victory could have secured their survival.

Unfortunately, a 96th-minute goal by Juan Martin Lucero shattered Santos’ hopes, leaving them relegated.

Angry fans in the port city expressed their emotions through rioting, setting multiple cars on fire, including one belonging to Santos forward Stiven Mendoza.

The aftermath of the defeat saw black smoke billowing from various parts of the city, reflecting the intensity of the fans’ frustration and disappointment.

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🚨🇧🇷 | Santos fans setting fire to players cars yesterday after they were relegated for the first time in the clubs history.

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— All Things Brazil™ 🇧🇷 (@SelecaoTalk) December 7, 2023

Santos were relegated from the Brazilian Serie A today for the first time in their 111-year history. The fans haven't taken it well…

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— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) December 7, 2023

Santos fans experienced added bitterness as cross-town rivals Palmeiras secured their second consecutive Serie A title.

In addition to their relegation from Serie A, Santos will miss out on cup competitions next season, compounding their disappointment after a challenging campaign in the Sao Paulo state championship.

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