1 dead in Peru football stadium tragedy, dozens injured

One person died and approximately 60 others were injured at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru, on Friday night. The incident occurred during an influx of Alianza Lima fans in the stadium's south stands, the night before a scheduled game against Universitario. Authorities reported rescuing trapped individuals amidst the crowd. While initial reports suggested a wall collapse, both police and Alianza Lima denied this. The cause of the tragedy remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing. Injured individuals were transported to local hospitals for treatment.

Ahead of a football derby in Lima, Peru, one fan died and 47 were injured, three critically, during a rally outside Alejandro Villanueva Stadium. Hundreds of Alianza Lima fans gathered before the match against Universitario de Deportes. Initial reports suggested a stadium wall collapse, but this has been disputed by both the Fire Chief and Alianza Lima. The Interior Ministry initially reported trapped individuals, but the cause of the incident remains under investigation by authorities. Despite the incident, the Peruvian Professional Football League confirmed that Saturday night's match will proceed as scheduled.