Footballer, 25, dies after trying to save partygoers in nightclub fire which killed at least 59 people
A footballer died after trying to save revellers in a tragic nightclub fire.
Andrej Lazarov, 25, died in the fire at the Pulse club in Kocani, North Macedonia.
At least 59 people perished in the horrific incident while more than 155 were injured, according to reports.
Lazarov was a player for Macedonian First Football League club FC Shkupi.
The club wrote: ‘With deep sorrow, we announce that our footballer Andrej Lazarov was among the victims of the tragic fire in Kočani. As the heroic person he was, Lazarov lost his life while trying to help others escape the flames.
‘During his courageous act, he was overcome by smoke. His bravery and humanity in those final moments will always be remembered.
‘This is an immense loss for our club, his teammates, and the football community. Words cannot express the pain we feel during this tragedy.’
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