Mon Dec 02 17:36:08 UTC 2024: ## Fiorentina Midfielder Edoardo Bove Collapses After Collision, Suffers Cardiac Arrest
**Florence, Italy** – Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove, 22, suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed on the pitch during Sunday’s Serie A match against Inter Milan at the Artemio Franchi Stadium. The incident occurred in the 17th minute, shortly after a collision with Inter’s Denzel Dumfries.
According to reports, Bove, visibly affected after the clash, went to the bench to change his shirt, complaining of dizziness. He then attempted to regain his composure before collapsing near the Inter bench. Quick-thinking players and medical staff from both teams immediately responded, providing assistance until paramedics arrived.
Bove was transported to Careggi University Hospital in Florence where he regained consciousness after being resuscitated. He spent the night in intensive care under sedation. Initial tests have ruled out acute damage to his central nervous and cardiorespiratory systems, with further evaluations planned. His condition is now reported as stable.
The match was immediately suspended, leaving players and spectators shaken. The incident evoked memories of past tragedies at the club, including the death of captain Davide Astori in 2018 from a cardiac arrest.
A statement from Fiorentina and the hospital confirmed Bove’s stable condition and promised a further update later today. Serie A will announce a rescheduled date for the remaining minutes of the suspended match. The incident highlights the serious risks faced by athletes and the importance of swift medical response in such situations.
First Piper 