Angry Heidenheim fans chase Augsburg players after supporter’s serious fall

1. FC Heidenheim secured their first points of the Bundesliga season, as they beat FC Augsburg 2-1 at Voith-Arena on Saturday.

However, it wasn’t the football that dominated headlines after the game, but a serious incident involving a fan.

During the match, a Heidenheim supporter fell from the stands and sustained a serious injury before being taken to the hospital by helicopter.

After the final whistle, emotions ran high, with several Heidenheim fans storming the pitch and chasing Augsburg players.

“I heard from the fans that after the 2–0 goal, a supporter apparently fell over the fence, hit his head, and was unconscious for a long time,” Heidenheim coach Frank Schmidt told Sky Germany after the game.

“It’s football, it’s important – but not the most important thing. I’ve been saying that my whole life.

“I’ve got my fingers crossed (for the injured person, editor’s note). Before the game, we hoped we could win it, but now it’s about a person’s health. I’d gladly trade the win, but that’s not possible. I hope, and I know, that he’s in good hands – the hospital is right across the street. Now we’re all keeping our fingers crossed that the young man gets back on his feet.”