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Following the Wednesday 1 February stadium tragedy in Egypt, which led to the death of 74 people and the injury of scores, World Football governing body FIFA has released $250,000 [approx. KSh21.3 million] to go to the families of the victims.
president’s words
-I stated after the tragedy that this day was a black day for football. I'm still very shocked by what happened. Many of the victims were so young, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said in a statement, as reported by Reuters.
-They were also a crucial support for their families, who now need help. The football community, including FIFA, must assist its Egyptian brothers and sisters.
The amount will be deposited into an account opened by Al Ahly.
incident
The league clash between Al Masry and Al Ahly held at Port Said stadium ending 3-1 in favor of the former led to fatalities as fans of the home team stormed the pitch to chase Al-Ahly players.
