Tragedy struck in southeast Guinea as more than 50 people are feared dead following a stampede during a football match.
The chaos reportedly broke out after fans clashed over a refereeing decision, escalating into violence that left children among the victims.
Disputed Decision Sparks Violence
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The incident occurred during the final of a tournament honoring Guinea’s military leader, Mamady Doumbouya, between teams from Labe and Nzerekore.
Local reports indicate the violence began after a disputed penalty call, sparking outrage among supporters.
According to Media Guinea, fans began throwing stones, prompting security forces to respond with tear gas.
Videos shared on social media, though unverified, appear to show panicked scenes as fans rushed the field and children were caught in the chaos.
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Government and Witness Statements
According to Sky News, Prime Minister Mamadou Oury Bah expressed the government’s sorrow, saying, “During the stampede, victims were recorded,” though he refrained from confirming the death toll.
Meanwhile, local authorities estimated the fatalities at around 50 people, with many others injured.
Eyewitness accounts describe fans scrambling over walls to escape, while Reuters quoted local officials who feared the death toll could rise further.
Calls for Accountability
This tragic event highlights ongoing challenges in crowd control and security measures at sporting events.
As investigations continue, Guinea’s government faces pressure to improve safety protocols to prevent such disasters in the future.
