Newcastle-Spurs match halted while fan received treatment

Posted October 17, 2021 7:00 am

The Associated Press

NEWCASTLE, England (AP) - The Premier League match between Newcastle and Tottenham was suspended for 20 minutes on Sunday after a supporter required medical treatment before being taken to the hospital.

It was Tottenham player Eric Dier who was alert to the emergency and indicated a defibrillator was required in the stand. The players initially waited by the side of the St. James' Park pitch before leaving for the dressing room.

'œThere is a medical emergency in the East Stand,'ť the stadium announcer said before later telling the crowd the players would be returning.

The supporter continued to receive treatment in the stands before being wheeled away by the side of the field to applause in the stadium.

'œOur thoughts are with the person receiving emergency medical treatment,'ť the announcer said.

Newcastle said the spectator was taken to hospital.

'œThe supporter who was in need of urgent medical assistance has been stabilized,'ť the club said.

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