A Bayern Munich fan died following a medical emergency during their Champions League victory over Benfica on Wednesday night, the club confirmed.
The fan died while being taken to hospital after needing treatment in the stands just three minutes after the start of the match at the Allianz Arena.
The Sudkurve fans, the most vocal support section, refrained from singing or chanting for most of the match out of respect for their fellow supporters.
The fan was taken off on a stretcher approximately half an hour after the match started after being treated by paramedics and police.
Harry Kane set up Jamal Musiala for the only goal of the game after 67 minutes, and although that goal was celebrated, the atmosphere was calm.
A Bayern Munich fan died on Wednesday on the way to hospital after a medical emergency.
The atmosphere at Bayern’s 1-0 Champions League victory over Benfica was muted after a fan required medical attention.
Midfielder Konrad Laimer claimed that the players had not noticed the incident during the match.
“We didn’t find out during the game or right after,” midfielder Konrad Laimer said.
The star, speaking before learning the fan had died, added: “We wish the family strength and best wishes, we are thinking of everyone involved and hope the best for every fan.”
Bayern Munich’s statement read: “In the Champions League stage match against Benfica, FC Bayern’s 1-0 victory was overshadowed by a sad event. A medical emergency in the stands of the Allianz Arena overshadowed the match from the beginning.
“Out of consideration, Sudkurve refrained from their usual support for their team and the club also reduced coverage of the match.
‘Approximately one hour after the final whistle, the German champions received the sad news that the fan had died on the way to hospital. FC Bayern is in mourning with the fan’s family.’
Committed fans had remained deliberately silent after news leaked of the tragedy unfolding in the stands.
Peña Club Nr. 12 said its members “would not support as usual today due to emergency medical intervention.” Life comes before sport. We wish a lot of strength to family and friends.”
