Emergency aid was needed.
The match between Newcastle and Tottenham has been put on hold due to a medical emergency in the stands.
Towards the end of the first half, Spurs defender Sergio Reguilon could be seen informing the referee that something was wrong with a fan in the stands, which led the medical team from St. James’ Park to enter the field.
Spurs’ Eric Dier signaled to the medical team that a defibrillator would be needed, while fans could be both seen and heard begging the doctor to rush over to the concerned supporter.
After a conversation with one of the ground stewards, referee André Marriner temporarily suspended play, and sent the players to the locker room.
Medical assistance needed for Newcastle vs Spurs match
First aid teams on both sides and local emergency teams were both in action.
Speaking at halftime, David Ginola said the presence of defibrillators at football games is “vital”, and that people in the stands who can perform CPR are also essential.
“We should all be shown how to practice CPR, to help each other,†he said.
Ginola himself spoke about the fact that he had a heart attack in 2016 while playing a charity match, and said he felt “weird” as a result.
“It is vital.”
David Ginola discusses the importance of having equipment such as defibrillators in football stadiums after play was stopped at St James Park in the 41st minute due to a medical emergency in the stands. pic.twitter.com/mRlz2DjyUv
– Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) October 17, 2021
The fan who needed medical assistance has now been taken to a hospital by ambulance.
The rest of the game will now be over, with Spurs leading 2-1. There will be minutes left in the first half, depending on the stadium’s sound system.
Jamie Redknapp also said he was keeping his fingers crossed that the person in question was in the right place at the right time, and that football is completely irrelevant at the moment.
The former Ireland international has tweeted his best wishes for the fan who is receiving the medical treatment.
I pray the Newcastle fan is okay ðŸ™ðŸ¾â¤ï¸
– Clinton Morrison (@morrisonclinton) October 17, 2021
Gary Lineker praised the response from fans and players.
Really hope that the excellent and quick response from the players saves the life of the fan.
– Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) October 17, 2021
The most recent update comes from Spurs, who said the ventilator is stabilized and on its way to the hospital.
The ventilator requiring urgent medical assistance has been stabilized and is taken to hospital.
Our thoughts are with them and all who are affected. https://t.co/vPREcjxYFI
– Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) October 17, 2021
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