Overview
- During the break at the start of extra time of the Nations League final at Munich’s Allianz Arena, a male spectator fell from the second tier into the press area.
- Emergency services and Munich police intervened immediately, but the spectator was pronounced dead at 00:06 on June 9, 2025.
- Play resumed and Portugal secured the championship with a 5-3 penalty shootout victory after a 2-2 draw in regulation and extra time.
- Authorities confirmed the victim was a German man from Garmisch-Pattenkirch and have launched an investigation with no signs of foul play so far.
- Spain coach Luis de la Fuente and Portugal coach Roberto Martínez both offered condolences to the fan’s family in post-match statements.