YOUNG BOYS and Basel fans threw gaming console controllers onto pitch during yesterday's game in a bizarre protest over eSports.

The referee was forced to halt the game for two minutes as the accessories rained down on to the pitch at the Stade de Suisse.

5 Fans of Basel and Young Boys threw controllers on the pitch in eSports protest Credit: RTS Sport

5 Supporters also showed off a massive pause button logo banner Credit: RTS Sport

The Swiss supporters were protesting against the potential introduction of eSports and even held up a huge pause symbol banner.

On top of that, the words "f*** eSports" were carved into the side of some controllers.

An additional banner also said: "eSports are s***".

Supporters of the two clubs also launched tennis balls onto the field of play - after the teams both invested in eSports.

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5 The match was halted for two minutes while the pitch was cleared Credit: RTS Sport

5 A team of workers had to quickly clear the pitch of controllers and tennis balls Credit: RTS Sport

The unique protest occurred just 15 minutes into the match in Switzerland.

In the game, Young Boys obliterated Basel 7-1 during the ridiculous game - just days after being thumped 3-0 themselves at the hands of Manchester United.

Despite the win, the fans were still fuming at the potential introduction of eSports - a growing trend across sporting teams across the world.

The NBA have already had one successful season of eSports, while Tottenham are set to host professional gaming at their new stadium - when it's finally finished.

5 Tennis balls were also hurled on to the pitch in the bizarre protest Credit: RTS Sport