Tragedy at Celtic Park: Fan dies during Champions League match

Tragedy struck Celtic Park during the Champions League playoff match between Celtic and LASK when a home supporter collapsed in the stands and later died. The incident cast a somber shadow over the game, overshadowing Celtic's eventual 3-0 victory.

Medical personnel immediately attended to the fan at the stadium, making efforts to revive them. Despite their interventions, the supporter was transported to a hospital, where they tragically passed away. The club confirmed the death with deep regret, acknowledging the efforts of emergency services and fellow supporters who assisted at the scene.

Celtic issued a statement expressing profound sadness over the supporter's death following an illness during the match. The club extended its deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to the deceased's family, pledging their full support during this extremely difficult time. The match, which saw Celtic secure their progression in the tournament, was ultimately marred by this devastating event.

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With real sadness, we confirm that one of our supporters died after an illness during yesterday's match at Celtic Park. Despite the efforts of the medical staff, tragically, he passed away later in hospital. We thank the emergency services and fellow supporters within the stadium for all of their efforts in responding to this tragic incident. We send our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to his family and will ensure that we offer them our full support at this extremely difficult time.