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Argentine fan dies after being pushed from a height in stadium during derby clash

Belgrano have confirmed that supporter Emanuel Barbo has died from injuries he sustained after an incident with Talleres Cordoba followers

A man who was hurt during violent clashes between fans during Belgrano's match with Talleres Cordoba has died.

Emanuel Barbo was left in a coma in hospital after he was set upon by a group of supporters during the derby match at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes, according to local media reports.

Broadcaster footage showed the man rushing down the stand to avoid being attacked, before he falls over the edge of the tier onto a concrete staircase.