60 people injured after ‘structural collapse’ at football stadium in Peru

The Ministry of Health has stated that there are multiple injuries and local hospitals have been put on high alert to treat those who have suffered injuries in the incident

At least 60 people have been injured after a ‘structural collapse’ at a football stadium in Peru.

Hospitals are on high alert after the incident which has taken place at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium.

The Estadio Alejandro Villanueva, popularly known as Matute, is a football stadium located in the Matute neighborhood of the La Victoria district in Lima, Peru. Club Alianza Lima play their home games at the stadium.

Those injured are currently being evaluated by medics on scene, according to the authorities.

In a statement on X, the Ministry of Health for Peru said: “The Ministry of Health (Minsa) reports that, following the report of a structural collapse at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium, in the La Victoria district, eight units were mobilised through the Mobile Emergency Medical Service (SAMU) to provide prehospital care to those affected, in coordination with the General Volunteer Fire Department of Peru.

“According to the preliminary report, 60 people have been recorded as injured, who are currently being evaluated and treated. Three of them have been transferred to the National Hospital Arzobispo Loayza.

“Additionally, an alert has been issued at the National Hospital Dos de Mayo and other hospitals in anticipation of the possible arrival of more injured individuals. The Health Emergency Operations Center (COES Salud) continues with permanent monitoring of the event and coordination of the health response.”

According to reports, the incident took place during an Alianza Lima gathering ahead of a match against Universitario.