Deadly Stampede Rocks Guinea Soccer Match With Many Feared Dead

Deadly Stampede Rocks Guinea Soccer Match With Many Feared Dead
A soccer match in Nzerekore, southeastern Guinea, turned deadly on Sunday after clashes among fans triggered a devastating stampede. Prime Minister Mamadou Oury Bah confirmed fatalities but did not specify the number, while an opposition group alleged “dozens” were killed, including children.
Disturbing videos online showed victims sprawled on the ground, with some bodies visibly lifeless. Unverified footage also captured fans scrambling over stadium walls as chaos erupted.
The violence reportedly began after a controversial referee decision during the final match of a tournament honoring Guinea’s military leader, Mamady Doumbouya. Deadly Stampede Rocks Guinea Soccer Match With Many Feared Dead
Local media reported that the situation spiraled as police fired tear gas to contain the escalating brawl, causing panic among the crowd. Opposition group National Alliance for Change and Democracy blamed authorities for the tragedy, calling it a failure of crowd control.
Authorities are working to restore order, while the exact death toll remains unclear.