Atlético de Madrid lost a season ticket holder before the team could enter the Metropolitan Stadium for the match against Deportivo de La Coruña. The death occurred when the subscriber was trying to access the premises and suffered cardiorespiratory arrest. The club's medical services tried to revive him, but were unable to save him. The club expressed its condolences on its social networks, offering its solidarity to the family and friends of the deceased and wishing him to “rest in peace.”
The incident occurred on the morning of October 12, the day that Atlético celebrated the Day of the Supporters Clubs and the return of its striker Luis Miguel Giménez, who had been out due to injury. The news put a tone of mourning on the day, which otherwise would have been a celebration of the fans and the return of a key player.
Despite the gloomy atmosphere, the team managed to concentrate and beat Dépor 1‑0. The decisive goal came thanks to a play by Julián Álvarez, who scored the only point of the match. The result ensured Atlético's permanence in first position in the First Division table, maintaining its position in the fight for the Champions League.
The club has stated that the necessary measures will be taken to guarantee the safety of members and the public in the stadium, and that access protocols will be reviewed. Atlético is expected to continue its campaign in the league and the Copa del Rey, while the body of the season-tipping member will be laid to rest in the city of Madrid. The fans and the club as a whole mourn the loss and remain united in the memory of the man who left a mark on the club.