A soccer match between **Charlton Athletic** and **Portsmouth** was postponed following a tragic incident that led to the death of a Charlton fan. The game, part of the English Championship, was halted after just 12 minutes when a supporter required urgent medical assistance.
According to club officials, the fan, who has not been publicly identified, passed away at a local hospital after receiving treatment at **The Valley** stadium in London. In a statement released shortly after the incident, Charlton Athletic expressed their profound sorrow. “The club are devastated to report that a Charlton Athletic supporter has died following a medical emergency during today’s game at The Valley against Portsmouth,” the statement read. “Everyone at the club sends their heartfelt condolences to the supporter’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.”
The emergency unfolded shortly after the kickoff at **12:30 p.m.** on **September 30, 2023**. The match was interrupted when fans in the lower tier of the Covered End stand alerted the referee to the severity of the situation. Players remained on the pitch for a brief period, awaiting further instructions, but after approximately six minutes, the referee directed them to leave the field.
Emergency medical personnel responded swiftly, and the fan was transported from the stadium on a stretcher. At **1:30 p.m.**, an announcement confirmed that the match would not continue.
This incident has cast a shadow over what typically would have been a thrilling contest in the second-tier league. Fans and players alike have expressed their condolences as they come to terms with the loss. The club has not disclosed further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the fan’s medical emergency, respecting the family’s privacy during this tragic time.
Charlton Athletic’s commitment to supporting the affected family reflects the close-knit nature of the soccer community, where moments of joy can quickly turn to sorrow. As the team and supporters process this heartbreaking news, the focus remains on honoring the life of the fan who was part of the Charlton community.
