US EditionFootball supporter dies at Albion game
Brighton and Hove Albion confirmed the death of a 72-year-old fan who fell ill during the match, with emergency teams providing prolonged CPR and defibrillation on site.
- On Saturday, Brighton and Hove Albion FC confirmed a 72-year-old supporter became unwell during the second half at the Amex Stadium and later died after the match.
- Safety team, supported by Sussex Police and the Premier League, evaluated stopping the fixture but decided to continue to avoid impacting resuscitation efforts.
- Emergency services and club staff provided on-site CPR and defibrillation, with South East Coast Ambulance Service paramedics and St John’s Ambulance working alongside Sussex Police, the crowd doctor, and stewards.
- Addressing the aftermath, Paul Barber, club chief executive and deputy chairman, said `Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to the family and friends of the gentleman who lost his life` and supported those affected.
- On X , Fulham FC expressed `Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the Brighton supporter who sadly passed away after this afternoon’s match.
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Brighton's supporter died on August 16 in the club's compound that hosted Fulham on the first day of Premier League. The club had made the decision not to end the match.
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Brighton have released a statement confirming a fan has died after falling ill at their opening Premier League match against Fulham on Saturday afternoon.The club confirmed a 72-year-old male supporter became unwell during the second half of the game, with emergency services and club medical staff rushing to the scene.South East Coast Ambulance Service paramedics, St John Ambulance, Sussex Police, the club’s crowd doctor and stewards all partici…
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