The stampede claimed “9 lives”, police wrote on Twitter, adding that at least two other people were injured and taken to hospital in “critical condition”.
According to preliminary information from the police, the stampede began when fans tried to enter the stadium to watch a league match between local teams Aliansa and CD FAS.
The match was interrupted to empty the stadium of spectators.
Salvadoran Health Minister Francisco Alabi confirmed that “all patients” who have been hospitalized are receiving care from the emergency services.
For his part, Interior Minister Juan Carlos Bedigan said civil defense teams are on site to assist those affected.
Hundreds of police and military were also sent to the stadium.
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