A tragic incident occurred at the 5 July Stadium in Algiers, where three people died after falling from the upper stand just after the final whistle of a football match. The match saw local team MC Alger win the league title, and the incident happened as fans surged forward to celebrate, causing a security barrier to collapse.
According to the health ministry, dozens of others were injured in the incident, with over 70 people treated in three hospitals. Most of the injured have since been released, but the incident has cast a shadow over the celebrations. Players and staff from MC Alger have shown solidarity with the injured by donating blood to those in need.
The stadium was packed for the game, which saw MC Alger retain the league title they won last year. The mood during the match was celebratory, with green smoke from flares engulfing the stadium. However, the presentation of the league trophy was postponed following the tragedy.
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune offered his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. MC Alger won the league for a second year in a row after drawing 0-0 against NC Magra.
The incident has raised concerns about safety measures at the stadium and the need for more effective crowd control. As the investigation into the incident continues, fans and officials alike are mourning the loss of life and paying tribute to those affected.
MC Alger’s decision to donate blood to the injured shows the team’s commitment to supporting their fans in times of need. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and security at public events, and it is likely that the authorities will take steps to ensure that such incidents do not happen again in the future [1].