A tragic incident occurred at the National Sports Stadium in Harare, Zimbabwe, where a fan lost their life after being run over by a police water cannon truck during the Warriors’ clash with DR Congo. The event, which took place on September 29, 2026, has sparked widespread concern and calls for investigations into crowd control measures at major sporting events. Eyewitnesses reported chaotic scenes as large crowds gathered for the crucial AFCON qualifier, leading to the unfortunate fatality.
Key Players Involved
- Zimbabwe Republic Police: Involved in crowd control, operating the water cannon truck.
- Warriors (Zimbabwe National Football Team): Playing against DR Congo in an AFCON qualifier.
- DR Congo National Football Team: Opponent in the AFCON qualifier.
Event Timeline
- September 29, 2026: Incident occurred during the Warriors vs. DR Congo match at the National Sports Stadium.
