In a significant decision, UEFA has announced that the halted Belgium-Sweden Euro 2024 qualifier, marred by the tragic shooting incident of two Swedish fans, will not be replayed. Instead, both teams will share the points from the 1-1 scoreline at half-time, a result that has been confirmed as final, as per the mutual agreement of the respective Football Associations.
The match, scheduled to take place near Brussels city centre, was abruptly abandoned following a fatal shooting incident involving two Swedish supporters, believed to be a result of an Islamist gun attack. Despite the tragic event, the match commenced as planned, only to be halted at half-time upon the request of both teams.
The Swedish fans were kept within the confines of the King Baudouin Stadium and were later escorted to their accommodations by the police during the early hours of the morning.
The suspected attacker, a 45-year-old Tunisian national residing illegally in Belgium, was confronted and fatally shot by the police in a subsequent operation.
In response to UEFA’s decision, the Belgian Football Association expressed their contentment, emphasizing that while the sporting outcome holds importance, their primary concern remains with the victims and their families. This sentiment was echoed by FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who expressed his shock and sadness about the incident via an Instagram post.
This resolution underlines the somber circumstances surrounding the match, reminding the footballing community of the importance of unity and empathy during challenging times.”
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