HSV ultras lay down the law: their request to fans | OneFootball

In football stadiums, it is standard practice for fan support to be stopped when there is a medical incident in the stands. HSV is no different in that respect.

The impression among many observers is that such incidents have become more frequent in recent times. That is why the ultras of the “Förderkreis Nordtribüne” issued an appeal to the fans around the 2-1 win over 1. FC Köln. The focus: medical emergencies which, in the group’s view, are in some cases caused by excessive alcohol consumption.

The background likely includes several incidents during the 0-5 defeat against Mainz, when medical assistance was needed in the stands already in the first half. There had also been similar situations toward the end of last season. If a fan has to be treated by paramedics, support in the affected section is understandably interrupted.

This is exactly where the HSV ultras’ message comes in. “Watch your consumption! No one is going to ban your beer – but always make sure that your consumption does not impair the higher goal, namely support,” the distributed flyer states.

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HSV fans demand: “Look out for one another!”

At the same time, the fans are urged to make sure they drink enough fluids in high temperatures. “Water or other non-alcoholic drinks” could be helpful for circulation. The group therefore explicitly recommends choosing a non-alcoholic drink now and then “instead of beer.”

But something else is even more important. “Look out for one another!” is another appeal. Anyone who notices that a person is unwell should not look away, but offer support or inform stadium security.

The ultras also have clear advice in case of an emergency of your own: “Leave the section early at the first signs!” That way, those affected can get help more quickly, while also preventing support from having to be interrupted. The positive news: no such medical incident occurred during the 2-1 win over Köln.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.