On May 11, 1985, a tragic fire broke out at Valley Parade stadium in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, during a Football League Third Division match between Bradford City and Lincoln City. The blaze, which started in the main stand, killed 56 spectators—54 Bradford fans and two Lincoln supporters—and injured at least 265 others. The match was meant to be a celebration, with Bradford City having secured the Third Division title, their first in 56 years, and the team was presented with the trophy