One killed, dozens hurt as football stadium event in Peru goes awry

Relatives wait for news at the entrance of the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium after an accident in the stands where Alianza Lima’s fans were cheering for their team on the eve of the match against Universitario in Lima on April 3, 2026.
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At ⁠least one person was killed and several were injured on Friday (April 3, 2026) ahead of a derby ‌match at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in the Peruvian capital, said ‌club Alianza Lima, a day before ‌it faces ⁠off against Universitario.

The club offered ⁠condolences and solidarity for the casualties, which media said included 60 injured during a “flag-waving event” ​at the stadium, ‌popularly known as Matute.