Fan hospitalised after stadium floor collapses in Norway

A Norwegian football fan was hospitalized after a section of the away stand collapsed during a match between Bodø/Glimt and Tromsø at Romssa Arena. The incident occurred during heavy rain, with both teams tied at 0-0 at halftime. The Bodø/Glimt goalkeeper, Nikita Haikin, alerted the referee to the situation, causing the match to be temporarily suspended.

According to the club's press officer, Simen Pedersen, up to five fans fell through the stand when it gave way, with one supporter, Andrine Moen, stating that they were jumping and singing a fan song when the incident happened. The floor cracked in two rows in front of them, causing at least two people to fall through. Following the collapse, the remaining Bodø/Glimt supporters were moved to other sections before the match resumed.

The home side went on to win the game 2-0, bolstering their title ambitions in the Eliteserien. The incident has sparked concerns about stadium safety, with a focus on the condition of the away stand and the circumstances surrounding the collapse.