Brighton & Hove Albion's win over Aston Villa was overshadowed by tragedy as a 72-year-old fan died after the match. The fan, who was attending the Premier League game at the Amex, took unwell as he was leaving the stadium. Despite the best efforts of emergency services and club staff, the medical team were unable to save him.
What happened?
The incident occurred after Brighton & Hove Albion's 4-0 win over Aston Villa, with the fan feeling unwell as he was boarding a supporters' club bus.
Reaction from the club
CEO Paul Barber offered his condolences to the fan's family and friends, saying 'What should have been an ordinary and happy journey home ended in heartbreaking circumstances, and we are all shocked and saddened by the loss of one of our supporters.'
Context
This incident comes as Brighton & Hove Albion begin their new Premier League season, having finished 8th in the final 2025 table with 53 points from 38 games, and 52 goals scored and 46 conceded, giving them a +6 goal difference, and currently 32 points behind leaders Arsenal.
