After receiving medical treatment at the scene, he was rushed to hospital. The unfortunate man could not be resuscitated, Heidenheim confirmed on social media.
“Shortly before kick-off of today’s home match at the Voith Arena against Sankt Pauli, a medical emergency occurred in the South Stand. Emergency services immediately attended the scene. The spectator was taken to hospital, but unfortunately could not be resuscitated. FC Heidenheim joins the family’s grief.”, the club said on “X”.