The blast also engulfed a nearby gas tanker, causing another blast and causing massive damage: security sources.  Photo file
The blast also engulfed a nearby gas tanker, causing another blast and causing massive damage: security sources. Photo file

10 people were killed and 20 injured in an explosion in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq.

According to foreign media, the blast took place in a garage near the football stadium and a cafe, while the explosives were planted in a vehicle.

According to security sources, the blast also engulfed a nearby gas tanker, which resulted in another blast and massive loss of life and property.

According to local authorities, 10 people were killed and 20 people were injured in the explosion. The incident is being investigated.

According to foreign media, most of the dead were football players.