This particular post does not
pertain to Manchester United but was a seriously sad moment. On Saturday during the FA match between
Bolton and Tottenham, Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba collapsed. He was not around any other players and fell
to the ground. People instantly knew
this was a serious injury and medical members immediately rushed to his
aid. It was later revealed that his
heart had stopped and was very ill. A
defibrillator was used to get his heart working again. The stadium was filled with silence with
players and fans all praying for the survival of Muamba. Muamba was rushed to the hospital and was put
into the intensive care unit. The game
was abandoned because of the emotional stress put on all the players.
Prayers and
support from all over Europe came in for support of Muamba. Twitter was filled with thousands wishing for
the best for Muamba. Before Manchester
United’s game with Wolves the teams gathered in a minute of applause of
Muamba. Real Madrid in Spain wore shirts
during their pregame warm-up to pray for Muamba. Former teammate Gary Cahill pulled up his
jersey after he scored with a shirt reading “Pray 4 Muamba.” Many players including Jermaine Defoe, Ashley
Cole and Johan Djourou visited Muamba in the hospital. It is truly amazing and heart warming to see
so many people come together to support a person who is gravely ill. People have put aside rivalries and the game
aside to come together as one in support.
Players and fans have realized how important life is and understand the
game is nothing compared to it. I am
truly proud to be a soccer fan and see the community come together in support.
The most recent news has Muamba speaking and
doing very well. Doctors say he is not
out of the woods quite yet and is still in serious condition. Please pray for Fabrice Muamba and a speedy
recovery.
It's rather upsetting when stories like these come out. A proffesional athlete is supposed to be a strong and healthy individual. Seeing one fall ill to something that isn't sport related is disconcerting. It's amazing that so many people can come together like they are, and pray for one person to get better. While this story is said, it's wonderfu that so many people are showing support for his recovery.
ReplyDeleteIt really is amazing in moments like this to see people's true colors. Many people associate sport's rivalries with deep hatred and irrational arguments or fights. But these players really did an amazing job of showing the world that even though they may be on different teams they are all a part of teh soccer community and should support one another. These athletes set a great example of when to set things aside
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