A football fan was rushed to hospital in a “serious condition” after falling from the stands at Wembley during England’s 1-0 win over Croatia, the stadium has confirmed.
A Wembley Stadium spokesman said that the spectator fell just after kick-off and was given medical attention at the ground before being taken to hospital.
He added: “We can confirm that a spectator fell from the stands just after kick-off in the match between England and Croatia at Wembley Stadium.
“The spectator was given on-site medical attention and was then taken to hospital in a serious condition.
“We will continue to work with Uefa to ensure the matter is fully investigated and we are continuing to monitor the situation.”
Uefa said it could confirm that a spectator fell from the stands and was taken to hospital in a serious condition.
Raheem Sterling’s second-half goal assured England of victory in the Euro 2020 Group D opener.
The Three Lions had never previously won their opening game at a European Championship.
