Tragic incident halts Granada vs. Athletic Bilbao clash

Granada's LaLiga match with Athletic Bilbao was halted due to a fan's cardiorespiratory arrest in the stands. Despite medical efforts from both teams, the match was called off in the 18th minute. Granada supporters recognized Bilbao's goalkeeper Unai Simon for his compassionate actions, leading to medical staff from both teams assisting the affected fan. The league will announce the match's resumption date and time.

Zor

December 11, 2023

In a somber turn of events, Granada’s LaLiga encounter with Athletic Bilbao took a heartbreaking pause after a fan suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest in the stands at Los Carmenes. The distressing incident unfolded in the 18th minute, with Bilbao holding a 1-0 lead from Inaki Williams’ early goal. Goalkeeper Unai Simon, attuned to the situation by vigilant home fans, promptly alerted the referee about the supporter in need.

Despite the immediate and concerted medical efforts from both teams’ doctors, the match was inevitably called off. The decision to suspend the fixture was made in the 18th minute, and players, along with fans, faced a somber 22-minute interlude. LaLiga later confirmed the unfortunate demise of the fan, choosing not to disclose specific identity details.

Granada supporters, in a poignant moment of solidarity, recognized Bilbao’s Unai Simon for his compassionate and responsible action, leading to the involvement of medical staff from both teams in assisting the affected supporter. As the football community grapples with this tragedy, the league will announce the date and time for the match’s resumption, emphasizing the significance of the respectful pause prompted by the unfortunate incident.

Granada – Athletic Club has been suspended due to the death of a fan in the stands. Our thoughts are with the fan’s family and friends 🙏 pic.twitter.com/cVw5YDNuMw

— 433 (@433) December 10, 2023