The scare of the day occurred in the match between Newcastle and Tottenham, Sunday's match corresponding to the eighth round of the Premier League. The 'Spurs' won the match 2-3.
However, the football world was paralysed when it emerged that a fan in the stands at St James' Park was in need of medical attention, which brought the match to a halt.
The person in question, who was noticed by Reguilon and Dier, was hospitalised after the event and the match continued afterwards with the scare still in the air.
Fortunately, Newcastle reported hours later that he is stable and under hospital care. It did so via a statement on its official channels.
"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 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."
October 17, 2021