Stadium Safety

KYLIAN MBAPPE was left visibly furious after Bayern Munich fans broke a minute’s silence ahead of Real Madrid’s crunch Champions League clash. Mbappe could be seen shaking his head in disbelief as the stadium noise cut across a tribute meant to honour club legend Jose Emilio Santamaria. Real could not get the last laugh as...

A referee has been shot dead during a neighbourhood football match in Ecuador, sending shockwaves through the local community.

A new law on tailgating at football matches came into effect last month ahead of the Carabao Cup final

A FOOTBALL referee has been shot dead in front of players and spectators mid-match sparking widespread chaos on the field and in the stands. Javier Ortega, 48, was gunned down in the middle of the pitch in Ecuador after attackers stormed the field. Multiple unidentified gunmen approached the referee during the match before opening fire,...

BAYERN MUNICH hooligans scarpered from Real Madrid security after setting off fireworks outside their team hotel. Bavarian ultras unleashed a deafening one-minute display in the early hours of Wednesday morning. And it is sure to have woken at least a few Real stars ahead of their crunch Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Allianz...

Matt and Julie-Anne Uggla responds via social media after York City fans receive a stadium ban following the Altrincham fixture. Some York fans woke up this week with an email notifying them of the ban, which comes after a 96th minute winner, with video footage since emerging. Matt Uggla, the club’s chairman and owner, has […] The post Matt and Julie-Anne Uggla responds after York City fans receive stadium ban following Altrincham fixture appeared first on Fan Banter.

A referee was shot dead when gunmen stormed a pitch during a match with one mourner saying "to lose a life over a game of football is unacceptable"

UEFA have dismissed Barcelona's concerns about the Atletico Madrid pitch ahead of tonight's Champions League showdown. Barca boss Hansi Flick was spotted pointing at the turf at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano and later questioned the length of the grass with Uefa officials. But subsequent pre-match inspections showed that Atletico had not broken any rules. The...

Oxford United have suffered a new setback in their plans to build a new stadium after a legal challenge was launched in the High Court. The Championship strugglers’ proposed 16,000-seater ven…

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi sparked fury at Anfield last season when he placed a PSG flag in the centre circle after their penalty shootout Champions League victory over Liverpool

Swiss giants FC Basel have had their league game against FC Thun postponed after a fire broke out at their home ground. The blaze burned through the first-team dressing room at St Jakob-Park. The f…

Basel said a fire took place in the first-team locker room of the club's home ground, St. Jakob-Park, on Friday evening.

Croke Park is hoping to continue to host elite-level football beyond this summer. The home of Gaelic sports will stage a pre-season friendly between Manchester United and Leeds United in August. A …

What to expect when visiting a stadium central to Texan sporting life as it prepares to host World Cup games in Groups E, F, K and H

BARCELONA fans smashed the window of Atletico Madrid's team bus as they arrived for their Champions League showdown. Barca fans waiting outside the Nou Camp pelted the Atletico bus with bottles and other missiles ahead of their quarter-final first leg. A window on the Atletico team bus was smashed, though no one on board has...

PLAYERS were forced to intervene as an angry fan attempted to run on to the pitch and confront the referee during a match in Germany. MSV Duisburg hosted VfL Osnabruck in the German third tier last night. The visitors went into the match top of the table, while Duisburg needed a win in order to...

The Argentine captain scored the team's first goal at the stadium, but he couldn't prevent a curious coincidence that seems like a "curse" for clubs debuting in new stadiums in Major League Soccer. Leer

Historical violence between Chelsea and Leeds supporters raises policing concerns ahead of FA Cup semi final at Wembley later this month

Borussia Dortmund scored twice in stoppage time to tighten their grip on second place with victory over top-four hopefuls VfB Stuttgart.

One person has died and three are in a critical condition following an incident at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium, which left at least 60 people injured

Initial reports suggested parts of arena’s wall had collapsed, but Alianza Lima says there were no structural failures One person has been killed and dozens more injured at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru, according to the football club Alianza Lima. Hundreds of fans were attending a “flag-waving event” on Friday around the stadium, a day before a derby match between the home team Alianza Lima and local rivals Universitario de Deportes.

Humanoid Atlas and his four-legged robot dog sidekick Spot will help keep spectators safe at this year's World Cup tournament, which is taking place in the US, Canada and Mexico

It opened in 1987, making it one of the older stadiums to feature at the 2026 World Cup

The Germans boast the largest terrace for standing spectators in European football with Signal Iduna Park's south stand holding just shy of 25,000 fans.

Le Sénégal a célébré son sacre continental devant son public, mais en marge de la victoire face à la Gambie (3-1), l’organisation au stade Stade Abdoulaye Wade a une nouvelle fois suscité colère et frustration. Témoignages accablants, gestion défaillante, sécurité contestée : immersion dans l’envers du décor. Sur le... The post Sénégal – Gambie : le récit du calvaire des supporters à Diamniadio first appeared on 13Football. Cet article Sénégal – Gambie : le récit du calvaire des supporters à Diamniadio est apparu en premier sur 13Football.

Vancouver beat RSL in season opener as MLS returns; Jesper Sorensen extends contract; Whitecaps stadium chat; Whitecaps and MLS season predictions

We’re back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver FC, CONCACAF Champions Cup, and general football chat and interviews. So who else's head was left in a spin after all the Whitecaps, PavCo, and BC government back and forth this past week around the club's future at BC Place and beyond? We delve into all of the main talking points around stadium deals, finances, how they can fill their revenue shortfall, and the Whitecaps' future in the city in general. On the pitch, the 'Caps have wrapped up preseason in Spain. How are they looking with their season set to begin next week? We've got another great feature interview for you this week as we catch up with Whitecaps centre back Ranko Veselinovic to chat about his rehab and road to recovery after tearing his ACL in July. We look back on his 2025, the tough journey to getting back on the pitch, when we could maybe see him back in action, and more. All of this plus we talk about Vancouver FC's Champions Cup game against Cruz Azul this past Wednesday and ponder how they can turn the large numbers in attendance into more regular attendees, and we bring you an update on the Vancouver World Cup Fanfest, move onto the letter F in our Canadian Soccer A to Z series, Hot Chocolate Boy is back, and music-wise, Syd Barrett continues his residency as our Artist of the Month, Mighty Mighty are the latest band to feature in our 40th anniversary tribute year to the C86 movement, and we have another World Cup themed song in Wavelength, this time from Serbian DJ and rapper Marko Gojković & Yoda. Here’s the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.27: Intro - Winter Olympics, Vancouver World Cup Fanfest 10.00: Hot Chocolate Boy - ONDA 17.55: Whitecaps end time in Spain with two losses 28.00: Whitecaps and PavCo finally agree on BC Place deal for 2026 51.00: Finances and the future of the Whitecaps - what exactly do they need and how do they get there? 93.55: Ranko Veselinovic interview 118.45: Anyone Fancy A Chocolate Digestive? - Ranko Veselinovic 125.45: Canadian Soccer A to Z - F 136.50: Can Vancouver FC build on their Champions Cup debut 161.15: Wavelength - Marko Gojković & Yoda - All As One (Serbia To Qatar)

We’re back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, CONCACAF Champions Cup, and World Cup football chat and interviews. What a week it's been in Whitecapsland. Captain Ryan Gauld has undergone surgery, players have been added, players have departed, and the stadium issues the 'Caps have been having came very much to the fore on Friday, casting concern and doubt over the club's future in Vancouver. We delve into all of that and hear from CEO Axel Schuster. We've two feature interviews for you this episode and first up is Whitecaps gaffer Jesper Sorensen in our first chat with him of 2026. We look back at the wonderful year that was 2025, the successes, what's been learned, that difficult second album, and 2026 preparations. We also chat with Forge FC captain Kyle Bekker about his career, Forge's dominance in Canadian football, and their preparations for this week's CONCACAF Champions Cup game against Mexican powerhouse, Tigres. All of this plus we talk about the Vancouver World Cup fanfest, move onto the letter E in our Canadian Soccer A to Z series, Hot Chocolate Boy is back, and music-wise, Syd Barrett kicks off a residency as our Artist of the Month, The Bodines are the latest band to feature in our 40th anniversary tribute year to the C86 movement, and we have another World Cup themed song in Wavelength, this time from Danish singer/songwriter Cleeman. Here’s the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.27: Intro - Vancouver Fanfest no longer free for all? 15.26: Hot Chocolate Boy - Union Market 20.37: Whitecaps News of the Week - Gauld surgery, transfer comings and goings, preseason 53.45: Whitecaps stadium issues cast concern and doubt over future 116.25: Jesper Sorensen interview 151.15: Canadian Soccer A to Z - E 160.20: Kyle Bekker interview 186.40: CONCACAF Champions Cup preview 198.35: Wavelength - Cleeman - Princes of Denmark

Rog and James Horncastle went live after Wednesday’s Champions League action to discuss Liverpool’s inevitable late winner against Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich downing Chelsea and how PSG are back to their winning ways. Plus, Rog and James talk Arteta implementing rugby tactics, before taking listener calls to debate whether Liverpool are using dark magic to win games in stoppage time or if they're just good at scoring goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to It Was When It Was, the football history podcast. This week we're focussing on the 1984-85 footballing season - arguably the bleakest time in English football history - that changed the game forever. Co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper begin the first of two episodes covering the violence, tragedy, and upheaval of this period and the wider context of football hooliganism in the first half, whilst the second half of part one pays tribute to the horrific Bradford Fire that claimed 56 lives 40 years ago. Explore gripping firsthand accounts, the reactions of key figures, and the societal and institutional issues that plagued the sport, leading to safety measures and ultimately, a transformation in football culture. Join us on Friday as we are joined by Tony Evans to talk about the Heysel tragedy that happened at the end of May in 1985. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:09 Reflecting on the 1984-85 Season 02:47 The Bradford Fire Tragedy 04:00 Football's Decrepit Stadiums 06:31 Chelsea vs. Sunderland: Milk Cup Semi-Final Chaos 12:36 Luton vs. Millwall: FA Cup Violence 26:35 Birmingham vs. Leeds: Championship Decider Mayhem 29:10 Fans Fight Back and Prolonged Chaos 30:52 Medieval Fortress and Perimeter Fences 31:59 Racism and Aggression in Football Culture 33:15 Introduction to the Bradford Fire 35:04 The Start of the Fire and Initial Reactions 36:16 Rapid Escalation and Desperate Attempts to Escape 38:20 Heartbreaking Personal Accounts and Immediate Aftermath 47:16 Investigations and Controversies 50:57 Negligence and Legal Consequences 57:30 Broader Implications and Future Changes 59:24 Conclusion and Preview of Next Episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On 18th May 2025, Everton will play their final Premier League game at Goodison Park against Southampton. For the men’s team, it will no longer be their home. In this special episode allow yourself to be transported to the stadium, as The Athletic FC captures the iconic sound that only Goodison could bring. You will hear from fans about their memories of the stadium, what it will mean to move on from the place they have called home for 133 years, and a surprising amount of love for the restricted view. So sit back and relax, and join us at Everton Football Club… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight’s Merseyside derby will be the last ever at Goodison Park - and there have been some absolute belters in the past. So what are Everton losing in moving from Goodison? And what are the benefits of football clubs switching to a new home? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Paddy Boyland, Rory Smith and Adrian Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps and Canadian Premier League chat.Our extensive interview with Axel Schuster in the last episode certainly produced a lot of chatter and we unpack some of what the Whitecaps CEO told us in this episode around the search for a new coach, the search for new owners, the search for new players, and more.Our first feature interview of 2025 sees us sit down for an in-depth chat with the man that lifted his first CPL North Star Cup last year, Tommy Wheeldon Jr. We chat with the Cavalry head coach about the successful 2024 for the team, the chance to take on Mexican opposition in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, the return of an Albertan derby, taking the next step forward in 2025, Jay Herdman, Myer Bevan, the state of the CPL, his beloved Everton, and more.We also look back at Pacific's two latest additions, the current quiet time at Vancouver FC, and look at an interesting year for York United, both on and off the pitch, as we chat with Mexican owners the Pasquel brothers about their first year in charge. Plus we get the thoughts of Bobby Smyrniotis, James Merriman and Tommy Wheeldon Jr about the need for some kind of VAR in the CPL and look at the stadium issues that plague Canadian soccer.Here’s the rundown for the main segments from the episode:01.35: Intro - another new year awaits07.30: Unpacking Axel Schuster's State of the Whitecaps interview38.33: Pacific add two, all quiet at VFC, and Forge busy again68.32: The Pasquel brothers' first year in charge at York75.20: Canadian soccer has a stadium issue93.30: Tommy Wheeldon Jr interview142.25: The vital need for some kind of VAR in the CPL149.55: What we'd love to change in the CPL169.45: Wavelength - Robb Johnson - Life Is Football

Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code PADDOCK24 at https://www.manscaped.com McKola feels selfish but he has something to admit... he wants to stay at Old Trafford. Should Man United's iconic stadium be bulldozed down? Join McKola & Joe for Uncensored! Become a member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7w8GnTF2Sp3wldDMtCCtVw/join 0:00 - Video Start 1:50 - United Vs Palace 5:20 - Midfield 8:03 - Ten Hag 15:29 - Forgotten Players 21:30 - Arsenal Vs City 27:50 - Old Trafford Stretford Paddock has content out EVERY DAY, make sure you’re subscribed for your Man United fix! - https://bit.ly/DEVILSsub 📱 Follow us over on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StretfordPaddck 📷 And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulltimedevils/ 🎙️ Listen to Our Podcast: https://podfollow.com/stretfordpaddock/ 👕 Merchandise: http://www.paddockmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the vibrant core of Rio de Janeiro, the historic Maracanã Stadium is set for a groundbreaking phase. Flamengo and Fluminense, two top Brazilian football

The boys discuss a memorable win for Scotland and an encouraging window for Belgium. Plus, we dive into some of the issues causing ornery fans around the globe to wonder if the "game's gone." And JJ chats with Vice's Michael Anthony Adams about last October's horrific stadium tragedy in Indonesia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Molloy is joined by chief football reporter for the Independent Miguel Delaney as the countdown to Qatar continues. Football with thanks to Sky.

Host Mark Chapman and The Athletic's Adam Leventhal present a special report into the Kanjuruhan stadium disaster in Malang, Indonesia on October 1st. When a pitch invasion escalated, as tear gas was fired onto the pitch and into the stands by Police, several locked exits led to a crush and the death of 131 people. Adam later provides an update on the independent investigation into what happened, the government's response, FIFA's involvement and the search for justice which will feel all too familiar for many UK football fans. * Please be advised that this episode contains reporting that some people may find disturbing. Produced by Adonis Pratsides Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

- 2022 COG T-SHIRTS! BUY NOW! http://www.cornerofthegalaxy.com/SHOP - SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy face off against a team they've never beaten. So will Atlanta United cause as many problems as the San Jose Earthquakes for LA? On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Eric Vieira discuss the Galaxy's continued fall from grace. They'll talk about the "Stupid Tax" the club has been paying with all of their transfers and why ghost teams probably aren't in place to get another signing across the line. But what do we make of Gaston Brugman? Will he be an answer of sorts that fixes some of the issues the Galaxy have? Plus, who would be your Penalty Kick takers in a winner-take-all shootout? Would you let Chicharito take one of them? What about Jonathan Bond? Josh and Eric also want to talk about points totals and why there might be a low number this year for getting into the playoffs. Will 19 points be enough? What about 21? 24? With just 14 games left (15 if you're Greg Vanney), the Galaxy need a confidence boost. But if they see another loss, will Vanney's seat get warm? What about other changes in the front office. Are jobs on the line? We've got another packed show to prepare you for Atlanta United on Sunday!

Today, we’re giving the definitive lowdown on football’s spiritual home: stadiums. What makes a stadium special? What’s the world’s steepest stand? And how exactly can Pete Donaldson improve everyone’s viewing experience? Control of the undersoil heating, that’s how. Marcus, Vish and Pete tackle those questions, some stadium history, and much more in today’s Guide! Tweet us @FootballRamble and email us here: [email protected]. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rog and Davo applaud Champions League winners Real Madrid while recapping the horrific scenes of chaos and confusion outside the Stade de France that clouded club football's crown jewel. Plus, welcome to the Premier League Nottingham Forest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Disgrace and Elation | The Redmen TV Podcast Paul, Chris and Ste are here with this week's Redmen Podcast, where we discuss the horrific events that occurred before and after the game in Paris. We also ask how Liverpool will deal with the likely departure of Sadio Mane this Summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Bardell is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Oliver Kay to reflect on the chaotic scenes which delayed the start of the Champions League final. We hear first hand accounts from fans who travelled to Paris and were caught up in distressing situations. Meanwhile the panel discuss the news that Liverpool forward Sadio Mane is expected to leave Liverpool this summer & Manchester United have announced Ralf Rangnick will not be staying at Old Trafford as a consultant despite his previous agreement with the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo is joined this week by Duncan Alexander, Dom Fifield and Maher Mezahi. Tragedy strikes at the Africa Cup of Nations with 8 people killed in crushes outside the Olembe Stadium in Cameroon. On the pitch, it’s quarter-final weekend with the North African derby between Egypt and Morocco the headline act. In the Premier League, have Watford finally made a sensible managerial appointment in the shape of Roy Hodgson? Could he be the man to finally give them a clean sheet? Greg O’Keefe is back to discuss an episode of Ted Lasso set in Merseyside aka Everton’s search for a new manager. Fans want Vitor Pereira out before he’s in and Pereira conducts his job interview on Sky Sports News. Could Frank Lampard be on his way to Goodison? Are we all too scathing of his past managerial achievements? Plus transfer talk and the prospect of van de Beek at Selhurst Park. Plus the story of Messi’s career in xG. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: The tragic stadium crush in Cameroon (02m 30s) • PART 1b: Events on the pitch at AFCON (10m 00s) • PART 2: Roy returns at Watford (26m 00s) • PART 3: The Everton managerial sideshow with Greg O’Keefe (35m 00s) • PART 4: Transfer talk and Messi xG (47m 00s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR 33% OFF THE PRICE OF AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patrick Vieira went to Arsenal’s backyard and almost came away with all three points, while Ben White watched on and wondered what all the fuss was about. Today, we open the Pandora’s Box: Pete is in the chair! He, Luke and Jim chat all things Arsenal vs Crystal Palace. Elsewhere, Keggy a visit to a CBD shop, we discuss England’s stadium ban and there’s Champos action tonight! Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us here: [email protected]. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rog and Davo on Sunday's Old Trafford invasion, the fallout and how they see the discontent playing out across the league when fans return to stadia. Plus, City moves a step closer to another Sky Blue title. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We want to hear from you! Please fill out this brief survey to help us make the Capital City Soccer Show the best it can be. Thanks for listening and for taking the time to complete it. In this episode, Landon and Jeremiah discuss their most controversial topic yet... Which beers will be served at the stadium??? They also cover: -Redes/Dominguez in Copa Libertadores -How does the academy stack up against the best in the country? -Austin FC steps up their media game -4ATX, Community Pillars,...

Julian Nagelsmann’s suit belied the usual efficiency of his RB Leipzig side after last night’s semi-final exit. Marcus, Luke and Vish are here with praise for PSG’s outrageous front three and criticism for Nagelsmann’s tactics – among other things… We also expand on some of the plans being put in place to allow fans back into stadiums, look ahead to Bayern vs Lyon and get a Ronald Koeman update from the president of his fan club, Marcus Speller. On this week's edition of The Topics, we want to know: what changes would you make to food at football stadiums? Email [email protected] or tweet us using #RambleTopics ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Both European competitions served up some outrageous matches this weekend, which saw both Manchester sides eliminated and Barcelona reduced to rubble by a brutal Bayern Munich. Marcus, Pete and Jim are here to get into all of that, as we wonder what happens now for the likes of Lionel Messi and Pep Guardiola. There’s also time for Joe Hart’s seismic return and a brand new edition of The Topics! On this week's edition of The Topics, we want to know: what changes would you make to food at football stadiums? Email [email protected] or tweet us using #RambleTopics ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A look at the 10 newest football stadiums over 50,000 capacity From England to Saudi Arabia to Mexico The stadiums...