Champion of Algeria for the ninth time in its history this Saturday, the MC Algiers could not raise the trophy. A barrier collapsed at the Stadium in 5-July-1962, for a first assessment of a dead and several injured.
The party is spoiled. This Saturday, MC Algiers won its ninth title of champion of Algeria after a draw (0-0) against NC Magra. The title ceremonies, planned in stride at the Stade du 5-Juillet-1962, were canceled due to a drama in the stands.
One dead and several injured
As reported by DZ Footseveral supporters fell from the top of the stands (second floor) of the southern turn. A security barrier would have given way, causing the collapse of part of the structure. The trophy ceremony was immediately canceled, leaving the players in shock.
The first assessment is already heavy, with a dead and several injured according to Algerian civil protection. An investigation was opened to determine the circumstances of the drama. The emergency services quickly intervened to evacuate the injured.
Champion with two points ahead of JS Kabylie, the MC Algiers finished the season with 58 points in 30 days (15 wins, 13 draws and two defeats). The first two will compete in the next CAF Champions League. For its part, the NC Magra is relegated to the US Biskra.
