A Liverpool fan has tragically died after being struck by a vehicle in Milan, just hours before the team’s Champions League match against AC Milan. The incident occurred around 1am on Monday night, when the 51-year-old supporter, who had reportedly just arrived from Manchester, was attempting to cross the A4 motorway near the Orio al Serio airport in Bergamo.
Italian news outlets Il Corriere della Sera and La Gazzetta dello Sport reported that the fan was on his way to the NH Hotel after landing in Italy shortly before midnight. He had crossed three lanes of the motorway before being hit by an SUV, resulting in fatal injuries. In a heartbreaking detail, authorities found a ticket to Liverpool’s Champions League fixture against Milan, scheduled for Tuesday night, along with the fan’s passport in his possession at the time of the accident.
The incident has cast a shadow over the fixture, with Liverpool supporters mourning the loss of one of their own. Authorities in Milan are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fan’s death, while the Liverpool team prepares for their Champions League opener in difficult emotional circumstances.
Police Search for Witnesses
As the investigation continues, Italian police are appealing for more witnesses and have not ruled out filing a complaint against the father and son for failing to assist the victim. The case has also raised concerns about the fan’s state at the time of the incident, with authorities looking into whether alcohol or other substances may have played a role.
The tragedy has brought an additional layer of grief to what should have been a night of football celebration, as Liverpool seeks to kick off their Champions League campaign with a win against the Serie A giants.
