A French footballer was severely injured after a fire broke out at a luxury bar.
On 3 Jan 2026 GMT+7, a heartbreaking news story emerged to start the new year. Ligue 1 club Metz announced that 19-year-old rising star Tahiris Dos Santos was among the unfortunate victims seriously injured in a severe fire at the upscale bar Le Constellation, located in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year’s celebrations.
Reports state the fire occurred at 01:30 on Thursday, 1 Jan 2026 GMT+7, resulting in as many as 47 deaths.
Although Dos Santos survived, he sustained severe burn injuries. The total number of injured from the incident reached 115.
Initially, he was treated at the nearest hospital and will be transferred to France for further care. The news shocked fans, staff, and club management, who hope Dos Santos recovers soon.