Soccer fan dies after fall throughout Nations League ultimate between Spain and Portugal

MUNICH — A soccer fan died in the course of the Nations League ultimate between Spain and Portugal on Sunday after falling from an overhead stage onto a media space beneath.

The incident occurred in the course of the first interval of additional time on the Munich stadium, when rigidity was excessive between rival gamers, and followers have been turning into extra animated. Medical personnel, stewards and police cordoned off the world.

Portugal went on to win the sport on penalties.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente addressed the incident in the beginning of his postgame information convention.

“Earlier than we start with the questions, I want to categorical my condolences as a result of a fan died within the stands in the present day,” de la Fuente stated. “My condolences to the household.”‘

Portugal defeated Spain on penalty kicks.