On March 23, 1989, during an FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest at Hillsborough Stadium, a tragic crowd disaster occurred, leading to the deaths of 96 Liverpool fans. Due to overcrowding in the standing areas of the stadium, a surge occurred when fans were directed into already-packed pens, causing a fatal crush. Many fans were injured, and the emergency services struggled to reach those in need of assistance. The event is considered one of the deadliest tragedies in British sports history and led to a significant overhaul of stadium safety regulations, particularly regarding all-seater stadiums. The disaster has had lasting emotional and social impacts on the victims families and the football community, with justice campaigns continuing for decades.