A footballer in Argentina has been killed after violence broke out at an amateur match in the province of La Rioja.

A brawl broke out on the pitch between players from Tiro Federal and rivals Chacarita which saw eight players sent off.

Fighting continued after the referee called a halt to play and Tiro Federal captain Franco Antonio Nieto was attacked by opposition fans.

A brick was thrown at the 33-year-old's head, with the captain later passing away of his injuries in hospital.

Three people have been arrested, including one minor.