A West Brom fan has passed away after falling ill while watching the Baggies’ Championship match against Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.
The incident occurred during the first half, prompting distressed supporters to call for the game to be halted as medics attended to the fan in the away end.
The match continued while the medics treated the fan. It has now been confirmed that the individual, who was carried out of the ground, has died.
west Brom expressed their devastation in a statement: “West Bromwich Albion Football Club is devastated to learn of the tragic passing of a supporter following a medical emergency during Saturday’s fixture at Sheffield Wednesday.
“The club has made contact with the supporter’s family to pass on its condolences and asks they are allowed to grieve privately. The thoughts of all of us will remain with the supporter’s loved ones at this desperately sad time.”
