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Kocaelispor Fan Dies After Fall During Turkish Cup Match

Authorities have opened an inquiry into the fall as the cause remains unclear.

Overview

  • The Turkish Football Federation confirmed that Harda Kaçmaz, 20, died in hospital after falling from a stand during the Kocaelispor–Beşiktaş group-stage match.
  • Local reports say he fell from the upper to the lower tier in the 38th minute and received on-site treatment before being taken to a clinic.
  • Regional sports authorities have launched an investigation into how the incident occurred, and no official determination has been released.
  • Kocaelispor and Beşiktaş issued condolences, and Kocaelispor’s president and head coach visited the hospital to support the family, according to reports.
  • The match ended 1–1 in Group C, leaving Beşiktaş on seven points after three games.