USWNT star Savannah DeMelo was rushed to hospital after collapsing during a National Women’s Soccer League match over the weekend.
Racing Louisville midfielder DeMelo, 27, required lengthy treatment following the worrying incident, which occurred during first half stoppage time of her side’s match at Seattle Reign.
Savannah DeMelo required medical attention on the pitch[/caption]
DeMelo, 27, was taken away in an ambulance[/caption]
The match was subsequently abandoned after DeMelo was taken away in an ambulance.
The NWSL have since confirmed that their player is stable.
A league statement read, “Savannah is stable and alert and getting the attention she needs.
“Our first priority is her health and safety. We are in close communication with Racing Louisville’s medical team.
“The NWSL remains committed to ensuring that the highest standards of medical care and emergency response are in place at every match.”
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