13 injured as car crashes into crowd at Espanyol-Barcelona match

13 people were injured when a car crashed into a crowd outside the Espanyol-Barcelona football match on Sunday.

The incident occurred just before the match was due to start, causing panic among the fans gathered outside the stadium.

Witnesses reported seeing the car drive through a barricade before plowing into the crowd, leaving several people injured.

Police and emergency services were quick to respond to the scene, providing immediate medical attention to the injured individuals.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the crash.

The match was temporarily delayed as a result of the incident, but ultimately went on as scheduled.

Fans in the stadium were informed of the situation outside and were urged to remain calm.

The injured individuals were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, with reports indicating that none of them suffered life-threatening injuries.

Officials have expressed their condolences to those affected by the incident and have promised a thorough investigation into the matter.

Security measures at the stadium are expected to be reviewed in light of the incident to prevent similar occurrences in the future.