 season,){kind=link}
A Kenyan man, an avid Arsenal fan, tragically ended his life following the outcome of the 2023/2024 English Premier League (EPL) season, which was won by Manchester City on Sunday, May 19th.
In a video circulating online, the man, dressed in his red Emirates jersey, was seen having hung himself after Arsenal lost the EPL title to Manchester City. The final day of the EPL season was dramatic, with both teams striving to clinch the title. Manchester City edged out Arsenal by two points, securing 88 points to Arsenal’s 86.
Despite Arsenal’s 2-1 victory over Everton, Manchester City’s win over West Ham ensured they stayed at the top of the table, making City the first team in English football history to win four consecutive league titles.
The tragic video has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many expressing their condolences and shock. The incident highlights the emotional toll that sports outcomes can have on dedicated fans.
Watch the video below:
Arsenal fan from Kenya has committed suicide as his favorite team failed to win the league.
This is so sad to see 💔💔🤦🏿♂️
— UGO & ThĚ Bíg Stéppêrs (@UGOOTWEETS) May 19, 2024
Some reactions are shown below:
@Its_Unchained said, “A Die hard fan”.
@ChuksOhaxx said, “E no suppose better for his soul sha”.
@Ama_rachukwu said, “Lmao Wetin em wan make Man U fans come do??”.
@Afs_living said, “Unbelievable his hurt people that care about him just for a football game smh”.
@OfficialDadyA2 said, “Wow. Na life touch am nor be arsenal”.