- Distraught Baggies supporters called on medics to help the fan in the first half.
- Around 3,000 West Brom fans traveled to Hillsborough on Saturday
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A West Brom supporter has died after suffering a “medical emergency” during the Baggies’ 3-2 defeat to Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday.
The club said it was devastated to learn of the fan’s death before manager Carlos Corberán described the tragic event as “the worst news”.
“West Bromwich Albion Football Club is devastated to learn of the tragic death of a fan following a medical emergency.” Reads a statement from the club. “The club has contacted the fan’s family to convey its condolences and asks that they be allowed to grieve in private.
“The thoughts of all of us will remain with the fans’ loved ones at this desperately sad time.”
Around 3,000 fans were on the South Yorkshire end of the journey for the lunchtime kick-off. During the first half, fans asked for the game to be stopped.
A West Brom fan has died after suffering a medical emergency during the Baggies’ Championship clash at Hillsborough.
West Brom manager Carlos Corberán said the club had received “the worst news” after the match.
The championship match at Hillsborough continued after stewards and doctors rushed to the fan’s aid.
Corberan said: ‘Unfortunately we received the worst news. Our follower passed away after today’s game. All my thoughts are with his family at this very sad time. RIP.’
