The Fife derby this evening, featuring Dunfermline and Falkirk, provided an exhilarating contest on the pitch, yet it was overshadowed by shocking events off it.
Both teams engaged in a thrilling 3-3 stalemate at East End Park, with Kyle Benedictus netting a last-minute equaliser for Dunfermline during this Scottish Championship encounter.
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The atmosphere is always electric when these clubs go head to head.
This derby will unfortunately be remembered for all the negative reasons.
Earlier reports indicated fans ignored stern warnings from both the SFA and the government regarding pyrotechnics, as fireworks were fired off by supporters from both clubs within the stadium before kickoff.
The stadium was filled with smoke just prior to the match, with fans persistently igniting pyrotechnics throughout the game.
The match descended into disorder as Dunfermline managed to equalise multiple times after falling behind late in the match.
Chaotic celebrations erupted in the Falkirk stand as fans surged onto the field, believing that Liam Henderson had secured a win for their team in the 87th minute; however, Dunfermline’s captain leveled the score shortly after during stoppage time.
Alarming images reveal
Debris from the mayhem was left scattered on the pitch near the advertising boards behind the goal targeted by the Bairns in the second half.
There are also reports suggesting that players were allegedly struck with objects throughout the match and at its conclusion.
Items such as coins, flares, fireworks, and lighters were reportedly hurled at players during these distressing incidents.
Explosive devices were also said to have been thrown onto the field.
SunSport has learned that several Falkirk supporters have been apprehended.
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