Collapsed in the stands
Fan dies in Manchester derby
December 16, 2024 – 9:03 p.mReading time: 1 min.
The derby between City and United is overshadowed by a sad incident. A fan collapses in the stands. Attempts at resuscitation are unsuccessful.
A tragic death overshadowed the Premier League derby between Manchester City and Manchester United on Sunday. As the “Manchester Evening News” reports, a man collapsed in the stands near a stadium entrance. Despite immediate resuscitation attempts by rescue workers, the fan could not be saved.
Manchester City commented on the incident on Monday, writing on platform Time with family and friends.”
The city derby itself was disappointing for City. The defending champions had led 1-0 until the 88th minute before Manchester United turned the game around in the final minutes and won 2-1.