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In an unfortunate event, a soccer fan died on Sunday during the final match of UEFA Nations League between Spain and Portugal after falling from the second tier. He fell on the media section below and was declared dead. The tragic fall took place during the first half of extra time at the Munich stadium, amid rising tension between rival players and increasingly animated fans. The incident took place at the Allianz Arena. Although the match was on while the fan was treated by the paramedics. Spain national team manager Luis de la Fuente opened his post-match press conference by commenting on the incident.
"I want to express my condolences to the family of a fan who has died." "That has made us realize what is important in life." "Post-match, UEFA confirmed through its statement, "There was a medical emergency at the Munich arena, and despite the best efforts of the medical team, the person sadly passed away at 00:06 (CET). Our thoughts are with their loved ones at this difficult time."
Portugal team expresses condolences for the tragic death
Portugal secured a 5-3 victory in the penalty shootout, erupting in celebration after Ruben Neves sealed the win with the decisive kick. However, the joy was quickly overshadowed by the somber news of the incident, which the players learned about only after the match. Defender Nuno Mendes, who had previously lifted the Champions League trophy at the same stadium with Paris Saint-Germain on June 1, added another title to his name on Sunday with his national team. Expressing about the fan's death, "I would like to express my condolences to the family of the fan who died. It casts a pall on our victory today."
During the match, Portugal trailed twice but managed to equalize on both occasions, with captain Cristiano Ronaldo scoring the second leveller. Although the team ultimately secured a 5-3 victory in the penalty shootout, the 40-year-old star had already left the field in the 88th minute.
