The sale of tickets for the return match of the 2014 World Cup play-offs between Algeria and Burkina Faso led to distressing scenes, with over 50 people reported injured in stampedes. Some reports on social media even suggested the possibility of deaths. The rush for tickets resulted in chaotic scenes, with fans storming ticket offices and clashes breaking out. Despite police efforts to control the situation, the crowd’s intensity led to numerous injuries. Burkina Faso subsequently decided not to send any supporters to the match in Blida.
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