Huge pitch invasion sees 25 fans rushed to hospital and one suffer 'life-threatening injuries'

Hamburg’s promotion celebrations saw 25 people taken to hospital with one suffering life-threatening injuries. A 6-1 win over Ulm confirmed the side's return to the and resulted in a pitch invasion that saw the swarmed by supporters.

The Hamburg Fire Department revealed 25 people had been taken to local with 19 suffering serious injury and five more minor injuries. A total of 44 people required treatment with 65 medical and emergency personnel deployed

"After the final whistle, football fans stormed the stadium, resulting in injuries to several fans. The Hamburg Fire Department launched a major emergency medical response to support the emergency services on site," a statement said.

“Since then, 44 patients have received medical treatment. Five with minor injuries, 19 with serious injuries, and one with life-threatening injuries were transported to nearby hospitals."

Before the final whistle went, the stadium announcer asked supporters to reamin off the field. But people entered the pitch from all sides in europhic scenes as fans and players celebrated together.

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Flares were fired and flags flown across the pitch as some dug up turf and others clambered upon goalposts. Hamburg's stars eventually took to the stands with a microphone to continue celebrations and 90 minutes following the match led chants as the party continued.

But unfortunately, an emergency medical response was required to deal with the fallout.

Hamburg's win over Ulm saw promotion secured with a game to spare and they sit atop the table, one point ahead of second-placed Koln. Tom Gaal had provided the visitors with the lead before Hamburg swiftly hit back for a comfortable win.

"It's indescribable," said 34-year-old Hamburg boss Merlin Polzin. "Something had been building in the background. We're back.

"In the end, it's the result of incredibly hard work. A very special moment."

"When the final whistle went and everyone stormed the pitch, I simply stood there and took it all in," said Davie Selke. "I’ve been in football for a few years now, but I have never experienced anything like what I did today. I’m just so happy and proud that we have got promoted, and deservingly so, and brought HSV back where it belongs. It’s a pleasure to be a part of it."

While the match marked Hamburg's , it ended on a more sombre note for Ulm. The defeated side saw their relegation to the third-tier confirmed.

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