<p><br /> A lower league Brazilian football match was cut short after riot police used pepper spray because a player refused to leave the pitch.<br /> </p><p><br /> Genus defender Robson was shown a red card after a tackle in the second-half. They were losing to Moto Clube 3-0.<br /> </p><p><br /> Riot police entered the field after the referee was confronted by Genus players who were then subjected to a pepper spray attack.<br /> </p><p><br /> After the incident, the Genus coach and seven players resigned accusing the referee of racism.<br /> </p><p><br /> Rondonia state officals said they were investigating the case to evaluate whether police or the referee overreacted.<br /> </p><p><br /> The match was suspended in the 64th minute and is set to be replayed.<br /> </p>
