On Sunday afternoon, moments before the Clássico Rei match, Fortaleza fans were recorded forcing Ceará fans to remove their team shirts in public. This incident took place near the Arena Castelão and was captured on video, quickly spreading across social media platforms. Witnesses reported that the Ceará fans were coerced to strip, with their shirts subsequently being stolen by the Fortaleza supporters, leading to alarming accusations of public humiliation and violence against women.

The security situation surrounding the match appears dire, with the State Security Secretary issuing a statement indicating that the Civil Police is currently investigating the incident as part of efforts to address public safety during high-attendance sporting events. Authorities have recommended that the victims file police reports, noting that such incidents may contribute to a larger pattern of fan-related violence that has surfaced in Brazil’s football culture, painting a troubling picture of how rivalries can escalate into aggressive behaviors.

This incident adds to a weekend marked by fan violence, as reports indicated that around 350 individuals were arrested prior to the game, highlighting a broader issue with security and crowd control during football matches in Brazil. Such aggressive acts not only threaten the safety and wellbeing of fans but also pose significant questions about the measures in place to protect attendees, particularly women, during events that draw large crowds and heightened emotions.