30th Anniversary of the Furiani Disaster

May 5, 2022 Marks the Solemn Remembrance of a Tragic Day

Commemorating the Victims of the Stade Armand-Cesari Collapse

30 years have passed since the devastating collapse of the temporary stand at Stade Armand-Cesari during a French Cup semi-final match on May 5, 1992. The tragic event, known as the Furiani disaster, claimed the lives of 18 people and injured over 2,000.

On May 5, 2022, solemn ceremonies were held to commemorate the memory of those who lost their lives and pay tribute to the survivors. A commemorative plaque was unveiled at the site of the tragedy, and a special mass was held in their honor.

The tragedy remains a dark chapter in the history of French and Corsican football. It led to significant changes in safety regulations and stadium construction standards in France and beyond.