USA midfielder Savannah DeMelo is “steady and alert” after collapsing on the pitch whereas enjoying for Racing Louisville within the Nationwide Ladies’s Soccer League.
The incident occurred in first-half stoppage time throughout Louisville’s match at Seattle Reign on Sunday.
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DeMelo, 27, obtained therapy on the sector earlier than being taken to hospital in an ambulance.
Each groups confirmed the match, which was goalless, will likely be resumed at a later date.
“Savannah is steady and alert and getting the eye she wants,” the NWSL posted on X.
“Our first precedence is her well being and security. We’re in shut communication with Racing Louisville’s medical staff.
“The NWSL stays dedicated to making sure that the very best requirements of medical care and emergency response are in place at each match.”
DeMelo additionally needed to be withdrawn from a match in opposition to Bay FC in March due to well being points.
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In Might, DeMelo, who has gained seven caps with USA, introduced she had been identified with Graves’ illness and hyperthyroidism.
“Sending all our like to Savannah DeMelo and everybody at Racing Lou FC,” Seattle Reign posted on X.
“We stand facet by facet with Louisville throughout this time and thank our followers for his or her assist.”
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