Violent clashes between Queretaro and Atlas fans in Mexico leaves at least 22 injured

At least 22 people have been injured following a mass brawl between Queretaro and Atlas supporters in Mexico.

The match which was held at La Corregidora stadium in the city of Santiago de Queretaro was postponed in the second half following the violent outbreak.

Fans of both clubs were seen attacking each other, with some using seats and bins as weapons.

Graphic videos have since circulated on social media showing some fans, who are bloodied and appear to be unconscious, being dragged across the floor whilst being kicked in the head by others.

A fan at the ground told ESPN Mexico: ‘The confusion started in the away sector when Atlas fans started fighting with the home fans.

‘The fight grew, the Queretaro fans went around the stadium to go to the fight, they entered the field and everything got worse. It’s incredible what they did with security there.’

Mexico’s league has announced that no fixtures will be played on Sunday as a result of the violence scenes.

The Queretaro state civil protection agency has announced: ‘So far there is no report of deaths; 22 people injured, nine of them taken to the general hospital and of these, two are critical.

‘The rest are stable. It should be mentioned that all of those injured are male and at this moment it’s been confirmed that four were from the state of Jalisco.’

Mikel Arriola, president of Liga MX, said: ‘Unacceptable and unfortunate violence at the Estadio Corregidora in Queretaro.

‘Those responsible for the lack of security in the stadium will be punished in an exemplary manner. The safety of our players and fans is a priority.’

Former Mexico captain and Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez posted on Twitter: ‘It is unfortunate what is happening in Queretaro, shame that this is happening in