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SC Cambuur fans injured by Feyenoord fireworks

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SC Cambuur reports fans suffered burns, hearing damage, and eye injuries after Feyenoord supporters threw fireworks during Sunday's Eredivisie match. Feyenoord's general manager [PERSON_NAME] expressed disappointment, stating 'cannot be happy' with the 5-2 victory amid the incident. He acknowledged the problem extends beyond Feyenoord and has persisted for decades, promising discussions with stakeholders including the KNVB.

Leeuwarden mayor [PERSON_NAME] condemned the incident and pledged an investigation. The Dutch football association (KNVB) will review its disorder protocols, with manager [PERSON_NAME] noting the current protocol needs examination to ensure player and official safety. The match continued despite fan injuries, though it would have been abandoned had a player or official been struck.