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Concern in Zimbabwe as reports emerge of fan death at AFCON qualifier

A fan has reportedly died during a stampede outside Zimbabwe's national stadium on Sunday.

The incident took place prior to Zimbabwe's African Cup of Nations qualifier against Congo-Brazzaville at Zimbabwe National Sports Stadium in Harare.

With fans attempting to gain entry into the stadium, there was a rush that developed into a dangerous situation.

According to the BBC, the Zimbabwe FA confirmed after the match that a female fan had passed away in the stampede.

There have been no further details released about the reported death, such as the fan's name or the cause of death.