Football Match / Horrible accident during football match in South Guinea, 56 people died, dozens injured

Football Match: A painful news has come from the African country South Guinea. 56 people died in a huge crowd and scuffle during a football tournament held in the country's second largest city, Njerakore. Dozens of people have been injured in this accident, many of whom are said to be in critical condition.

100's Killed in Rivalry between Two soccer Team Fans in Guinea #soccer #Guinea@Mrgunsngear pic.twitter.com/GJlImuQsFZ

— The Global South Post (@INdEptHGlobal) December 2, 2024

Warning Graphic V: It's still unclear how many people died on Sunday at a football match b/n rival fans in #Guinea. But locals say the number is over 100. Images & videos circulating on SM have shown many dead bodies in a hospital. The authorities have called for calm. #football pic.twitter.com/8E3tvSDUov

— Baillor Jalloh (@baillorjah) December 2, 2024

Center of controversy: Referee's decision

The incident started during the final match between Leba and Njerakore teams. A controversial decision taken by the referee in the decisive moments of the match led to a confrontation between the supporters of both the teams. This dispute gradually became uncontrollable and stone pelting and violence started in the stadium. The situation got so bad that the police had to resort to tear gas, which caused a stampede.

Death of innocent children

Small children and minors suffered the most in this stampede. Many innocents lost their lives amid the pressure of the crowd and chaos. Viral pictures and videos on social media are telling the horror of this accident. The piles of corpses in the field and hospitals and the cries of the injured have shaken the whole country.

The government has ordered an investigation

The Communications Minister of South Guinea has expressed deep sorrow over the accident and has ordered a thorough investigation into the matter. He has assured strict action against the culprits. The tournament was organized in honor of interim President Mamadi Doumbouya, but this joyous occasion has now turned into national mourning.

Questions on security measures

This incident has raised serious questions about the security arrangements during sports events in South Guinea. Experts believe that there is a dire need for security and emergency arrangements in such crowded events.

Football field, a sad memorial

The enthusiasm for football took the form of a terrible tragedy. This accident has highlighted the need to strike a balance between passion for the game and security. There is an atmosphere of mourning and anger in the country at this time, and the victim families are demanding justice and action against those responsible.

This incident is a warning not only for South Guinea but for the entire world that there should be only competition on the sports field, not violence.