West Brom Fan Passes Away During Match at Hillsborough
- A West Brom supporter experienced a medical emergency during a Championship match against Sheffield Wednesday.
- Despite calls from fans to stop the game, it continued while medical personnel attended to the individual.
- The club and manager expressed their condolences, emphasizing the tragic nature of the event and the impact on the community.
During a Championship match on Saturday at Hillsborough, a West Bromwich Albion supporter suffered a medical emergency and tragically passed away. The incident occurred in the first half of the game, prompting distressed fans to call for the match to be halted. Despite the urgent situation, the game continued as stewards and medical personnel attended to the fan. The club expressed its devastation over the loss, reaching out to the family to offer condolences and requesting privacy during this difficult time. Manager Carlos Corberan described the news as 'the worst news' and extended his thoughts to the family of the deceased. The match itself saw West Brom losing 3-2 to Sheffield Wednesday, with the team remaining at the top of the league despite the defeat. The incident has deeply affected both clubs and their supporters, highlighting the emotional connection fans have with their teams and the tragic nature of such events during sporting occasions.