A SOUTH AMERICAN derby erupted into chaos as fans stormed the pitch.

The superclasico featuring Cerro Porteno and Olimpia occurred at the Estadio General Pablo Rojas in Asuncion, Paraguay, on Sunday.

The intense derby saw Olimpia score first in the 13th minute with a goal from Eduardo Delmas.

However, chaos broke out after Romeo Benítez doubled the visitors’ advantage in the second half.

Riots erupted in the stands following Benítez’s celebration at the corner flag in front of the home fans.

Items like bottles and chairs were hurled at him from the stands.

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Police had to intervene as the match was paused for several minutes.

Yet, the disturbances persisted as fans began to invade the field and pursue the Olimpia players.

Videos shared on social media captured the moment when numerous fans rushed onto the pitch.

The footage then showed players retreating down the tunnel.

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The video continues, depicting the fans while showing police attempting to restore order.

Local sources reported that two police officers sustained injuries during the altercations.

A total of 32 arrests were made as other fans hastily exited the stadium.

This isn’t the first instance of the superclasico being overshadowed by fan violence.

Last April, a significant brawl erupted in the stands involving police and Cerro Porteno fans.

The incident resulted in 72 injuries and the detention of 63 individuals.

The Ministry of the Interior issued bans against 22 Cerro Porteno fans from attending future games, while Olimpia was fined nearly £15,000.