The 2024 Copa America final was delayed after supporters without tickets breached security outside the Hard Rock Stadium.
Footage circulated on social media showing fans breaking through one of the stadium's main gates, with police making several arrests while attempting to stem the flow of people.
The gate was subsequently locked down, while supporters were seen receiving medical attention and asking for water in the stifling conditions.
The Copa America's climax between Argentina and Colombia was due to begin at 8pm local time (1am BST), but Copa America confirmed that kick-off had been pushed back.
"We would like to inform you that individuals without tickets will not be allowed entry into the stadium," they wrote on X.
"Only those with purchased tickets will be permitted entry once access is reopened. We also inform you that the match will be delayed by 30 minutes, starting at 8:30 PM [local time]."
Reigning champions Argentina are seeking a record-breaking 16th Copa America triumph, while Colombia target their second title - and first since 2001.
pehbeostz
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We're already having a sleepless night just to watch this final, then it is being delayed by 30 minutes. Wow!
Shmonny
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The Goat Effect🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷
yehbeilnyz
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For those wondering and won't read the article. Too many people are breaking into the stadium without a ticket and they've closed the doors more than once now, hooligans without tickets are trying to sneak into the stadium and have no doubt people that actually paid to get into the stadium will actually get locked out, CONMEBOL is too greedy and didn't ask for more security, they just came to the US for the money and didn't organize any proper security for this. Shameful behavior from people that have no business being at the stadium, sad scenes that have turned to chaos.
Josedad
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Copa America delayed cos Ronaldo fans who jinxed Bellingham few hours ago earlier tried to enter the stadium without tickets 🎫 in search of happiness
Joekingcrespo
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COPA AMERICA TO US BE LIKE
Shmonny
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See what Messi has done to football fans… Everyone loves to see him play..💙🙏
MyBeloved
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See what Messi has done to football fans… Everyone loves to see him play..💙🙏
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so far in the 1st half he plays like a shit tho
Kherleerpher
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Huh we're having sleepless night just to watch GOAT play 1am Nigerian time 😴