December 16, 2024 at 8:45 PM

Manchester City Fan Dies During Manchester Derby

A Manchester City supporter tragically passed away following a medical emergency during the derby match against Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium.

Manchester City Fan Dies During Manchester Derby

A Manchester City fan has died after collapsing during the team's 2-1 defeat to Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium. The incident occurred around 4:10 PM near one of the stadium entrances, where the supporter lost consciousness.

Emergency medical personnel promptly attended to the individual, performing resuscitation efforts for approximately 20 minutes before transporting him to a nearby hospital. Despite their best efforts, the fan sadly passed away.

Manchester City released a statement expressing their condolences: "Manchester City are aware of the tragic news that one of our supporters passed away following a medical incident at yesterday's match. The thoughts of everyone at the Club are with their family and friends at this incredibly difficult time."

Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with fans and medical staff urgently seeking a defibrillator to assist in the resuscitation efforts. One witness recounted: "We were entering through gate K when we saw the man on the ground receiving CPR. It had just happened, as there were only a few people ahead of us. A paramedic was performing chest compressions, and we were all shouting for a defibrillator. It was very distressing."

The identity of the deceased supporter has not been publicly disclosed. The incident has cast a somber shadow over the derby match, with both clubs and their supporters expressing sympathy for the fan's family and friends during this difficult time.