Celebrations turned to tragedy in Algiers as three people died and dozens were injured at the 5 July Stadium after MC Alger’s league title victory. The health ministry confirmed the fatalities, stating that fans fell from the upper stand after a security barrier collapsed.
The incident occurred as jubilant supporters surged forward to celebrate the team’s win, causing a collapse that led to fans falling onto the lower tier of the stadium. Over 70 people were treated in local hospitals, with many already discharged. Players and staff from MC Alger responded by donating blood to the injured, showing solidarity in the wake of the disaster.
The stadium was packed for the crucial game that saw MC Alger retain their league title. The tragic event casts a shadow over the victory and raises serious questions about stadium safety and crowd control measures.
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