Despite the swift response of emergency services, club staff, and the on-site medical team, efforts to save the man were unsuccessful.

Brighton’s chief executive, Paul Barber, expressed sorrow over the incident in a statement on Saturday.

According to the statement, “We are devastated by the loss of one of our fans at today’s match. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the gentleman’s family and friends. This was a deeply distressing moment for everyone involved, and we are committed to supporting those affected in the days ahead.”

The match, which ended in a 1-1 draw, was not stopped. According to officials, Brighton’s safety team, Sussex Police, and the Premier League determined that halting play could have disrupted resuscitation efforts and complicated the possibility of urgent hospital transfer had the man responded to treatment.

Source: Punch