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Three fans die in Algeria football stadium fall

Three fans die in Algeria football stadium fall

Summary

Three fans died and dozens were injured at an Algerian football stadium when a security barrier collapsed after a match. Fans fell from the upper stand as they surged forward to celebrate MC Alger's league title win.

Key Facts

  • Three people died in a football stadium in Algiers, Algeria.
  • The incident happened when a security barrier collapsed after the final whistle of the match.
  • Fans fell from the upper stand of the 5 July Stadium.
  • More than 70 people needed hospital treatment after the barrier collapse.
  • Most of the injured people have been released from hospitals.
  • MC Alger's players and staff donated blood to help the injured.
  • The football match ended in a 0-0 draw, allowing MC Alger to keep their league title.
  • The celebration ceremony for the league trophy was postponed due to the incident.
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