Episode
Heysel Stadium Disaster - This DiSH for May 29
- Podcast
- This Day in Sports History
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- May 29, 2026
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- 684
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Summary
In 1985, prior to a European Cup Final between Liverpool and Juventus, a fight broke out in the stands. By the time the dust settled, 38 people died and 580 were injured. A 39th victim died later at the hospital.