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Christian Eriksen sparks concern after sudden collapse forces match abandonment
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Christian Eriksen is said to be doing well after collapsing during Denmark 's abandoned friendly against Ukraine in Odense.
The 34-year-old midfielder went down in the 65th minute on Sunday, June 7, and was taken to hospital after a frightening scene on the pitch.
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The concern was immediate because of Eriksen's history. In 2021, he suffered a cardiac arrest during Denmark's European Championship match against Finland in Copenhagen.
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Christian Eriksen collapse update after Denmark Ukraine scare
Sky Sports reported that Eriksen was conscious after the incident, with Denmark's medical staff later giving a reassuring update on his condition.
"I spoke with Christian this morning and he is doing well. He is with family and in good spirits. The expectation is that he will be discharged soon and can return home. We are taking good care of the players and staff and remain in regular contact with them."
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Footage showed Eriksen grabbing his chest before collapsing. Denmark team doctor Morten Boesen later said Eriksen was briefly unconscious, regained consciousness quickly and walked off the pitch by himself.
Boesen also said the pacemaker responded as it should. Eriksen will undergo further hospital checks to determine what caused the incident.
Denmark players show unity after Eriksen medical emergency
Denmark captain Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg said he saw Eriksen falling after a throw-in and quickly understood the seriousness of the situation.
Players from Denmark and Ukraine formed a protective ring around Eriksen while medics treated him. Several Denmark players were visibly emotional as the match was stopped.
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Hojbjerg praised the speed and courage of the people who helped Eriksen on the pitch. Denmark coach Brian Riemer later said the focus was on standing together and supporting everyone affected.
Christian Eriksen's next step is medical clarity
Eriksen's 2021 collapse led to life-saving CPR, an ICD being fitted and the end of his Inter Milan spell because Italian rules prevented him from playing with the device.
He later rebuilt his career with Brentford , Manchester United and Wolfsburg , which made his return one of football's strongest recovery stories.
The next step is not about selection or fixtures. It is about the hospital checks, the medical explanation and making sure Eriksen gets home safely.
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