The Argentine judiciary ordered the release of 104 Chilean supporters of Universidad de Chile who were detained following violent incidents during the Copa Sudamericana round of 16 match against Independiente de Avellaneda. The decision was issued late on Thursday by the Fiscal Unit of Instruction and Trial 4 of Avellaneda. Videos released by Independiente accused Universidad de Chile fans of instigating the violence, a claim strongly rejected by Universidad de Chile, which described the accusations as unjustifiable. Universidad de Chile has taken legal action in Argentine courts over attacks on its supporters during the match. The director of Azul Azul, Universidad de Chile's managing company, alleged that Independiente supporters attempted to kill Universidad de Chile fans. Meanwhile, the Argentine prosecutor has opened an investigation into police conduct during the clashes. A Universidad de Chile fan who fell from the stadium stands is hospitalized in intensive care, with concerns about his slow recovery. He has since spoken publicly about his condition. Independiente presented a defense to CONMEBOL, denying responsibility for the violence and claiming to be victims, while also accusing Universidad de Chile's leadership of complicity. The president of Independiente submitted this defense and alleged complicity by Universidad de Chile's management. Additionally, there were false reports of abuse against an Independiente worker by Universidad de Chile fans, which the prosecutor publicly denied. The incident has prompted wider discussions about security and fan behavior in Argentine football.
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