Deadly Stadium Crush in Guinea Claims Dozens of Lives
A tragic incident at a football match in Guinea has resulted in the deaths of at least 56 people, with some reports suggesting the actual toll could be much higher. The crush occurred during a match in Nzérékoré, the country's second-largest city, prompting an investigation and raising concerns about stadium safety and crowd control measures. The incident reportedly unfolded after a controversial decision by the referee, who sent off two players from the visiting team and awarded a penalty kick. This sparked anger among fans, who threw stones onto the pitch, leading to police intervention with tear gas. The ensuing chaos resulted in a stampede towards the stadium's limited exits, with spectators crushing each other in a desperate attempt to escape. Videos and images circulating on social media depict harrowing scenes of people climbing over walls and numerous bodies lying […]
