What may have looked like a mindless act from a section of supporters was in fact a planned protest against the Croatia Football Federation
Croatia are the latest team to mar Euro 2016 after their fans staged a dangerous flare protest during Friday’s draw with Czech Republic.
Ante Cacic’s side held a comfortable 2-1 lead with Czech Republic offering little resistance when a section of the Croatian support began to throw multiple flares and firecrackers on to the pitch.
Referee Mark Clattenburg temporarily halted play and appeared to give serious consideration to bringing the players off the pitch as stewards attempted to deal with removing the objects from the field.