Moment of terror, huge banner falls during the match, injuring around 10 fans as hospital helicopters land on the pitch

FANS were seriously injured after a huge banner collapsed – with helicopters called in to help tackle the emergency.

A canvas from a crane fell and caused chaos behind a goal as Stevo and Twente prepared for a pre-season friendly.

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The Dutch fire brigade said several supporters but “fewer than 20” were injured.

The clash scene was treated as a major incident and the match was postponed.

Players ran to help and some fans erected a large metal structure to prevent further injuries.

Some supporters who escaped being hit walked around in a daze.

And red smoke billowed before the game, adding to the confusion as it covered the terraces.

One fan could be seen putting his head in his hands in despair.

Others ran around trying to see how they could help.

Two “trauma helicopters” arrived at the camp as Dutch exit West reported how big the incident had become.

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The news site said emergency services were “present in large numbers” and “strained to Grip 1, which often happens during major incidents”.

Oost added that “all injured people” were “conscious and accessible.”

FC Twente said in a statement: “Before the training match… an accident occurred during an atmospheric action.

“When the two teams emerged, the banner with the stands fell on the fans who were behind one of the goals.

“There were injuries in the process. Everyone is conscious and has received medical attention. A trauma helicopter was called in as a precaution.”

“The training match has been cancelled. Our attention is on the fans who were injured and the people around them. We wish everyone lots of strength.”