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One Dead, Eight Injured in Shooting Outside Legion Field After Alabama A&M Victory

One Dead, Eight Injured in Shooting Outside Legion Field After Alabama A&M Victory
World Sports · 15:09:22 - Friday, 6 November 2026

One person was killed and eight others wounded in a shooting outside Legion Field in Birmingham, Alabama, following Alabama A&M's win over Alabama State on Saturday night.

The incident occurred after the conclusion of the Magic City Classic, the annual rivalry game between the two historically Black universities. Police responded to the scene near the stadium shortly after the game ended.

Authorities have not released details about the circumstances leading to the shooting or the conditions of the injured. No arrests have been announced as the investigation continues.

Legion Field, a historic venue that has hosted numerous college football games and other events, was the site of the 83rd meeting between the two programs.

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