Fan Death Overshadows England's Victory Over Wales

England is on the brink of qualifying for Euro 2012 after a 1-0 victory over Wales on Tuesday that was marred by the death of a Welsh fan.

The 44-year-old man suffered a heart attack after reports of an assault before kickoff outside the north London stadium, authorities said. Police said he later died in hospital and that six men, who officers believe to also be Welsh, were arrested in connection with the incident.

Details only emerged around two hours after the European Championship qualifier, which saw England end a yearlong wait for a home win.

Ashley Young scored the only goal from Stewart Downing’s cross in the 35th minute to put England six points clear at the top of Group G.

Fabio Capello’s side struggled to live up to its status as the world’s fourth best team against a side ranked just 117th by FIFA and bottom of the group.

Robert Earnshaw squandered a golden chance to equalize in the 77th when he missed an open net from six meters (yards).

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