Tragedy Halts LaLiga Clash: The LaLiga match between Granada and Athletic Bilbao was unexpectedly delayed after 17 minutes due to a grandstand medical emergency that killed a Granada fan at Nuevo Los Carmenes.
Granada said, “The club sends its deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and Granada family.” Bilbao also offered condolences. Bilbao said, “Athletic Club offer sympathies. Our thoughts are with the persons family and loved ones.”
The fan’s unfortunate demise was later revealed to be a result of a cardiac arrest, as confirmed by Granada’s sporting director, Alfredo García Amado.
Prior to the suspension, the match had seen an early goal by Iñaki Williams, giving Bilbao a 1-0 lead after just six minutes. In a rare and somber occurrence, both clubs announced that the game would resume from the 17th minute on Monday at 9 p.m. (3 p.m. ET), allowing fans to use their original tickets or receive reimbursement if unable to attend.
This tragic incident overshadowed other LaLiga matchups, including Girona’s impressive 4-2 victory over Barcelona, solidifying their unexpected rise to the top. Girona, with ties to the City Football Group (CFG), has become the surprise package in European football, currently leading LaLiga by two points over Real Madrid.
Barcelona is fourth, seven points behind Girona and even with Atletico Madrid after the loss. As LaLiga mourns this loss, the match’s restart is heartbreaking.
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