Archive · 12 Dec 2025
FC Haka Stadium Damaged in Arson Attack
A fire started at a football stadium in Finland called FC Haka.
Three young kids were there when it happened.
One of them admitted to starting the fire, which burned down a big part of the stadium made of wood.
The fire also damaged the fake grass where people play and 400 seats.
No one got hurt, but the stadium is now damaged.
The kids might not go to jail because of the laws in Finland.
The club's leader said everyone is shocked and thankful for the help from emergency services.
Three minors under 15 were present when the fire started at FC Haka stadium.
One minor admitted to igniting an object that caused the blaze.
The fire destroyed the wooden end stand, damaged the artificial turf, and burnt 400 seats.
The incident occurred on Sunday evening in Valkeakoski, Finland, following the club's relegation from the Finnish top division.
No injuries were reported, and the minors are unlikely to face trial due to Finnish laws.
- Who
- Three minors under 15
- What
- Arson attack on FC Haka stadium
- When
- Sunday evening
- Where
- Valkeakoski, Finland
- Why
- Anger and disappointment over the club's relegation from the Finnish top division
Supporters' Anger
Club's Response
Relegation Impact
Supporters' Anger
Supporters expressed their anger and disappointment through the arson attack following the club's relegation.
Club's Response
The club acknowledges the incident as tragic and shocking, emphasizing the importance of security and the efforts of emergency services.
- Location
- Valkeakoski, Finland
- Date
- Sunday evening
- Perpetrators
- Three minors under 15
- Damage
- Wooden end stand destroyed, artificial turf damaged, 400 seats burnt
- Injuries
- None reported
- Legal Consequences
- Minors unlikely to face trial due to Finnish laws
- Club Response
- FC Haka chairman expressed shock and gratitude for emergency services
