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Daily Record
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Three football fans dead and over 80 injured in horror stadium disaster after title win
The awful incident happened at the end of a match between MC Alger and NC Magra at the Stade du 5 Juillet in Algiers, Algeria. Three football fans have tragically died and over 80 have been left injured after a horror stadium disaster. The awful incident happened at the end of a match between MC Alger and NC Magra at the Stade du 5 Juillet in Algiers, Algeria, on Saturday. The stadium holds around 64,200 people and the tragic event unfolded after MC Alger were confirmed as league title winners as a result of a 0-0 draw, prompting jubilant celebrations. However, as reported by the Mirror, a picture of joy became a scene of horror when a security barrier gave way, sending several supporters from the top tier of the stadium tumbling. The Algerian Ministry of Health released grave figures in their statement, which said: "The Beni Messous University Hospital received 38 injured people, while three deaths were recorded. Ben Aknoun Hospital also received 27 injured people, while Bab El Oued Hospital received 16." As tributes poured in, MC Alger's players and staff offered to donate blood to the hospitals for those affected by the incident. The club is grieving, having confirmed the identity of one tragic casualty. In a message relayed by officials at the club, they said: "It is with great sadness and sorrow and with hearts that we received the news of our supporter Younes Amguzzi, who passed away after falling from the upper stands. "The board of directors, all members of management, all the team and players, come forward with sincere condolences and the most sincere condolences to all the family members of the deceased and their family." Event organisers promptly halted any further celebrations set for MC Alger's championship win, as emergency services rushed to attend the scene. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune extended his deepest sympathies to all impacted by the disaster. He wrote on X: "Following the painful incident that befell the supporters of MC Alger at the Stade du 5 Juillet, I can only pray for the soul of the deceased supporter. May God have mercy on him and grant him a place in his vast paradise. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "We offer our condolences to his family, his fellow supporters and the MC Alger team. I pray for the recovery of those injured in the incident and their swift return to their loved ones." The stadium was christened after the date Algeria proclaimed independence in July 1962. It once held 110,000 spectators during an international friendly match between Algeria and Serbia in 2010. However, due to the need to adhere to current football safety standards, the stadium's capacity has been reduced to 64,200. Before this unfortunate incident, there were plans to safely increase the stadium's capacity back up to 80,000.
Extra.ie
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Extra.ie
Three dead and over 70 injured in football stadium disaster
Three football fans have died and more than 70 others were injured after falling from the upper stands of a stadium in Algeria during celebrations for MC Alger's league title win. The incident happened at the 64,200-capacity Stade du 5 Juillet in Algiers on Saturday, shortly after MC Alger drew 0-0 with NC Magra, securing the top-flight championship for the second year in a row. According to local reports, fans surged forward in celebration after the final whistle. A barrier on the upper tier of the stadium collapsed, causing dozens of people to fall onto the lower stands. MC Alger fans applaud their team during the 2024 Algerian Super Cup Final. Pic; Shutterstock Emergency services were called immediately, and injured fans were taken to hospitals across the capital. The Algerian Ministry of Health confirmed: 'The Beni Messous University Hospital received 38 injured people, while three deaths were recorded.' They added: 'Ben Aknoun Hospital also received 27 injured people, while Bab El Oued Hospital received 16.' MC Alger released a statement mourning one of the victims: 'It is with great sadness and sorrow and with hearts that we received the news of our supporter Younes Amguzzi, who passed away after falling from the upper stands.' The planned trophy ceremony was postponed out of respect for the victims and their families. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune also issued a statement expressing his support and grief, extending condolences and best wishes to all affected by the tragedy.
Daily Mirror
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Three football fans dead and 70-plus injured in stadium disaster after title win
A traumatic disaster in a football stadium in Algeria has left three people dead and more than 70 people injured just moments after title celebrations had begun Three football fans have tragically been killed and 70 left injured after a horrific stadium disaster in Algiers, Algeria. The awful incident happened at the end of a match between MC Alger and NC Magra at the Stade du 5 Juillet, which holds around 64,200 people. The tragic event unfolded after MC Alger were confirmed as league title winners as a result of a 0-0 draw, prompting jubilant celebrations. But a picture of joy became a scene of horror when a security barrier gave way, sending several supporters from the top tier of the stadium tumbling. The Algerian Ministry of Health released grave figures in their statement, which said: "The Beni Messous University Hospital received 38 injured people, while three deaths were recorded. "Ben Aknoun Hospital also received 27 injured people, while Bab El Oued Hospital received 16." As tributes poured in, MC Alger's players and staff offered to donate blood to the hospitals for those affected by the incident. The club is grieving, having confirmed the identity of one tragic casualty. In a message relayed by officials at the club, they said: "It is with great sadness and sorrow and with hearts that we received the news of our supporter Younes Amguzzi, who passed away after falling from the upper stands. "The board of directors, all members of management, all the team and players, come forward with sincere condolences and the most sincere condolences to all the family members of the deceased and their family." Event organisers promptly halted any further celebrations set for MC Alger's championship win, as emergency services rushed to attend the scene. In the wake of this catastrophe, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune extended his deepest sympathies to all impacted by the disaster. On X, he wrote: "Following the painful incident that befell the supporters of MC Alger at the Stade du 5 Juillet, I can only pray for the soul of the deceased supporter. May God have mercy on him and grant him a place in his vast paradise. "We offer our condolences to his family, his fellow supporters and the MC Alger team. I pray for the recovery of those injured in the incident and their swift return to their loved ones." The stadium was christened after the date Algeria proclaimed independence in July 1962. It once held 110,000 spectators during an international friendly match between Algeria and Serbia in 2010. However, due to the need to adhere to current football safety standards, the stadium's capacity has been reduced to 64,200. Before this unfortunate incident, there were plans to safely increase the stadium's capacity back up to 80,000.
Metro
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Metro
Three dead and 70 injured as barrier gives way in football stadium disaster
Three football fans died and more than 70 others suffered injuries after tumbling from the upper tier of a stadium in the Algerian top flight. A goalless draw with NC Magra was enough for MC Alger to defend their league title on Saturday, but the contest has been overshadowed by the horrendous scenes that played out after the final whistle. Local media in Algeria report that a security barrier broke at the Stade du 5 Juillet, causing multiple spectators to fall from a great height into the largely empty stand below. Emergency services were seen rushing to the scene to treat the dozens injured in Algiers, the capital of Algeria, with nearby supporters left in a state of shock and panic. Photographs taken in the aftermath of the incident show clearly where the section of the barrier in question gave way at the 64,200-capacity ground, where MC Alger's euphoric players had been celebrating just moments earlier. 'The Beni Messous University Hospital received 38 injured people, while three deaths were recorded,' a statement from the Algerian Ministry of Health read. 'Ben Aknoun Hospital also received 27 injured people, while Bab El Oued Hospital received 16.' Before two more deaths were confirmed, MC Alger passed on their condolences to Younes Amguzzi, who was among those to lose their lives in the fall. 'It is with great sadness and sorrow and with hearts that we received the news of our supporter Younes Amguzzi, who passed away after falling from the upper stands,' a statement read. Algerian president Abdelmadjid Tebboune has also reached out to the families of the three killed, while wishing those injured a 'speedy recovery'. More to follow. MORE: Why Viktor Gyokeres isn't playing for Sweden against Hungary and Algeria
The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Three football fans dead and at least 70 injured in Algeria stadium disaster after falling from upper stands
THREE football fans have died and at least 70 are injured after a horrific stadium disaster. Supporters were celebrating MC Alger winning their top-flight league title in Algeria for the second year running. 1 Disaster struck as fans fell from the upper stands of the July 5 Stadium in Algeria Credit: Getty MC Alger clinched top spot with a 0-0 draw against NC Magra. However, during the euphoria, tragedy struck. A large group surged forward to celebrate in the packed-out Stade du 5 Juillet [5 July Stadium]. But dozens fell from the upper stands of the 64,200-capacity ground. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Local reports also suggested a security barrier collapsed in the upper tier, meaning the jubilant supporters fell down to the stands below. More than 70 people have been treated in hospitals - but three sadly passed away, the health ministry confirmed. The Algerian Ministry of Health said: "The Beni Messous University Hospital received 38 injured people, while three deaths were recorded. "Ben Aknoun Hospital also received 27 injured people, while Bab El Oued Hospital received 16." Most read in Football News agency Reuters reported that several MC Alger players and staff went to the hospitals to donate blood for the injured. The trophy presentation was postponed as a result of the desperately sad and worrying scenes. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune sent his condolences and best wishes to those affected. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at
