Tragedy at Nations League final as fan dies after fall from stand
The incident occurred during extra time, when the supporter reportedly fell from the second tier of the stadium into the lower level.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, with medics and stewards cordoning off the area, but the individual could not be revived.
Bavarian police confirmed the tragic news, saying: 'At 9pm someone fell from the second ring to the first and died right there, on the stairs. There is nothing to suggest that it was anything other than an accident.' UEFA Nations League 2025 final match between Portugal and Spain at Munich Football Arena on June 08, 2025. Pic: Getty
UEFA also released a statement following the match, which Portugal won on penalties: 'There was a medical emergency at the Munich arena, and despite the best efforts of the medical team, the person sadly passed away at 00:06 (CET).
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Spain manager Luis de la Fuente offered his condolences before speaking to the media after the game.
'Before we begin with the questions, I would like to express my condolences because a fan died in the stands today,' he said.
'My condolences to the family. That has made us realise what is important in life.'
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