Metal Plate Crash Injures Fans at São Paulo's Libertadores Match

Metal Plate Falls at Morumbi Stadium, Injuring Four Fans During the thrilling match between São Paulo FC and Libertad-PAR in the Conmebol Libertadores, a metal plate crashed from the second tier of the Morumbi stadium, injuring four fans. The incident occurred during the celebration following São Paulo's equalizing goal, which tied the game 1-1. Two of the injured fans received treatment at the stadium's medical facility and were released, while the other two were transported to the Campo Limpo Municipal Hospital and subsequently transferred to the renowned Albert Einstein Hospital for further care. Their injuries involved head trauma. "It was terrifying," said one eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous. "The plate fell suddenly, and there was chaos. It was a scary moment for everyone around." Despite the incident, São Paulo secured their place in the knockout stage of the Libertadores. This event highlights the importance of stadium safety and the need for regular inspections to prevent such accidents in the future. The club and authorities are likely to launch an investigation into the cause of the accident and to ensure such incidents do not happen again.