A tragic incident unfolded at the 5 July Stadium in Algiers, where three individuals lost their lives following a security barrier failure as fans celebrated MC Alger's league title win. Local media reported that this chaos ensued just as the match concluded, with many supporters surging forward in joy, leading to a catastrophic fall onto the lower tier. The health ministry has confirmed that more than 70 others were treated for injuries in local hospitals, most of whom have since been discharged. In a show of solidarity, players and staff from MC Alger have been visiting injured fans to donate blood. The celebratory atmosphere had been palpable throughout the match, with the stadium filled with excitement and colorful flares. However, the joy turned to sorrow, prompting the postponement of the trophy presentation. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune extended his condolences and wishes for a swift recovery to the injured fans. MC Alger secured their league title for a second consecutive year after a draw against NC Magra.
Tragic Incident at Algerian Football Stadium Claims Lives
Tragic Incident at Algerian Football Stadium Claims Lives
Three fans perish and many more injured after security barrier collapse during celebration at MC Alger's league victory.
Tragic Incident at Algerian Football Stadium Claims Lives
Three fans perish and many more injured after security barrier collapse during celebration at MC Alger's league victory.
A tragic incident unfolded at the 5 July Stadium in Algiers, where three individuals lost their lives following a security barrier failure as fans celebrated MC Alger's league title win. Local media reported that this chaos ensued just as the match concluded, with many supporters surging forward in joy, leading to a catastrophic fall onto the lower tier. The health ministry has confirmed that more than 70 others were treated for injuries in local hospitals, most of whom have since been discharged. In a show of solidarity, players and staff from MC Alger have been visiting injured fans to donate blood. The celebratory atmosphere had been palpable throughout the match, with the stadium filled with excitement and colorful flares. However, the joy turned to sorrow, prompting the postponement of the trophy presentation. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune extended his condolences and wishes for a swift recovery to the injured fans. MC Alger secured their league title for a second consecutive year after a draw against NC Magra.
Three fans perish and many more injured after security barrier collapse during celebration at MC Alger's league victory.
A tragic incident unfolded at the 5 July Stadium in Algiers, where three individuals lost their lives following a security barrier failure as fans celebrated MC Alger's league title win. Local media reported that this chaos ensued just as the match concluded, with many supporters surging forward in joy, leading to a catastrophic fall onto the lower tier. The health ministry has confirmed that more than 70 others were treated for injuries in local hospitals, most of whom have since been discharged. In a show of solidarity, players and staff from MC Alger have been visiting injured fans to donate blood. The celebratory atmosphere had been palpable throughout the match, with the stadium filled with excitement and colorful flares. However, the joy turned to sorrow, prompting the postponement of the trophy presentation. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune extended his condolences and wishes for a swift recovery to the injured fans. MC Alger secured their league title for a second consecutive year after a draw against NC Magra.
