The Premier League match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St James’ Park on Sunday (October 17) was suspended after a fan collapsed in the crowd as shocking photos and videos of the incident were circulated on social media forums.
After the incident, the players were taken off the playing area. The match was, however, restated later as seven minutes of additional time were added. Also, players from both sides were three minutes to warm up before completing the seven minutes of additional time.
In the 40th minute, the match was stopped when players called for the medics to assist a supporter in the crowd. Tottenham players, especially Sergio Reguilon and Eric Dier, made the match officials aware. Defender Reguilon urged referee Andre Marriner to halt play, his teammate Dier immediately ran to the Newcastle dug-out calling and gesturing for a defibrillator.
Newcastle’s official Twitter handle informed that the fan has been stabilized and is on its way to the hospital.
Spurs were leading 2-1 in the 41st minute when referee Andre Marriner halted the match after players brought the medical emergency in the crowd to his attention.
Statement from Newcastle United:
“Newcastle United can confirm that a supporter who required emergency medical treatment during the club’s Premier League fixture with Tottenham Hotspur at St. James’ Park on Sunday is stable and responsive in hospital.
The match was temporarily suspended during the incident, which occurred during the first half, and the supporter was awake and able to converse upon being transported to the hospital.
The club would like to thank fans for their swift actions in raising the alarm and praise those who provided immediate chest compressions, as well as thanking the on-site medical professionals who swiftly administered emergency treatment using a defibrillator located close to the incident.
Newcastle United club doctor, Dr Paul Catterson, also attended the incident to offer additional support with an additional defibrillator.”
“Our best wishes go to the supporter and their loved ones and we hope for a swift and full recovery.” added in the statement.
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