Euro 2020: Denmark vs Finland suspended due to medical emergency after Christian Eriksen collapses on the pitch

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The UEFA Euro Championship match between Denmark and Finland has been suspended after Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch.

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Eriksen, widely recognised as one of the best footballers Denmark has ever produced, collapsed on the pitch and lay unconscious. Referee Anthony Taylor immediately halted the matched before the medical team rushed on to the pitch.

The footballer was also seen receiving CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) on the pitch. His teammates appeared extremely concerned about the whole situation and could be seen praying. His teammates formed a ring around the player to give him privacy and protect him from the camera during the delicate situation.

Prayers are flowing from fans and footballers from around the globe.

https://twitter.com/ManUtd/status/1403762575867789324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw https://twitter.com/BrentfordFC/status/1403762218899054599?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw https://twitter.com/ItsDonRobbie/status/1403759863595941895?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Eriksen is an attacking midfielder and plays for Inter Milan at the club level.

OpIndia Staff: Staff reporter at OpIndia