A tragic incident occurred during a pregame rally in Peru, where hundreds of Alianza Lima supporters had gathered to show their support ahead of the highly anticipated match against their local rivals Universitario de Deportes. The rally, which was meant to be a celebration of football passion, turned deadly when crowd control issues led to chaos. One person lost their life in the incident, while dozens of others sustained injuries of varying severity. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to this unfortunate tragedy. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about crowd safety at football events in South America, as the region prepares for increased international attention ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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