Structural Collapse at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium
At least 60 people suffered injuries after a structural collapse at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru. The incident prompted hospitals to activate high-alert protocols as emergency teams rushed to the scene.
Known locally as Estadio Matute, the venue sits in the Matute neighborhood of the La Victoria district. It serves as the home ground for Club Alianza Lima.
Emergency Medical Response
Medical personnel assess the injured on-site, with authorities coordinating rapid care. Peru’s Ministry of Health issued a statement confirming the mobilization of eight Mobile Emergency Medical Service (SAMU) units, working alongside the General Volunteer Fire Department.
“The Ministry of Health (Minsa) reports that, following the report of a structural collapse at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium, in the La Victoria district, eight units were mobilised through the Mobile Emergency Medical Service (SAMU) to provide prehospital care to those affected, in coordination with the General Volunteer Fire Department of Peru.”
Preliminary assessments record 60 injuries, with ongoing evaluations and treatments. Three individuals transferred to National Hospital Arzobispo Loayza, while National Hospital Dos de Mayo and nearby facilities prepare for additional cases. The Health Emergency Operations Center (COES Salud) monitors the situation continuously.
Incident Context
The collapse occurred during a pre-match gathering for Alianza Lima ahead of their clash with Universitario.
