"Deadly stampede at El Salvador stadium during soccer match"

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"Deadly stampede at El Salvador stadium during soccer match"
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At least 12 people were killed and 90 others injured in a crowd crush at a soccer game between Alianza F.C. and FAS at Cuscatlán Stadium in San Salvador, El Salvador. The game was suspended after 16 minutes. Initial reports suggest that the crush was sparked by fans who stormed a gate inside the stadium. El Salvador's president, Nayib Bukele, promised to track down those responsible and hold them accountable. The Salvadoran Football Federation announced a national suspension of soccer matches.

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