'Dolphins Find 'Significant Damage' at Hard Rock Stadium After Copa America Final Between Argentina and Colombia'
Sports | July 15, 2024, 5:43 p.m.
The Copa America final held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens was marred by chaos as fans without tickets broke in, leading to a lockdown. Following Argentina's 1-0 win over Colombia, the Miami Dolphins reported "significant damage" to their home. Hard Rock Stadium issued a statement pledging to work with law enforcement to hold those responsible for illegal conduct accountable. Social media was flooded with footage of the mayhem, with 27 arrests and 55 ejections reported by the Miami-Dade Police Department. The incident raises concerns about security protocols for future events at the stadium, which will host the 2026 World Cup. The Dolphins will not use the venue until next month, giving time for adjustments to be made to prevent a repeat of the chaos that unfolded during the highly-anticipated soccer match.