Four Deaths In Algeria

Started by Folami David, Nov 20, 2013, 10:21 PM

Folami David

Four people have been reported killed in Algeria during celebrations of the country's qualification to the 2014 World Cup following a 1-0 win over Burkina Faso in Blida on Tuesday.
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State radio ENRS said the incident occurred in the north-eastern city of Tolga on Tuesday night when thousands of jubilant supporters stormed the streets after the final whistle, causing a stampede in which the four were killed.
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The source also said more than 20 people were injured in the rush and currently taking treatment in government hospitals.
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Algeria captain Madgid Bougherra scored the lone goal of the encounter to help his side book place at next year's World Cup in Brazil.
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The first leg ended 3-2 in favour of Burkina Faso.