News Focus
- Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark’s friendly clash with Ukraine on Sunday evening
- The 34-year-old regained consciousness and walked off the pitch before going to hospital
- The incident revived memories of his cardiac arrest at Euro 2021, after which doctors fitted a pacemaker
- Denmark doctor Morten Boesen confirms the midfielder is stable under the circumstances
- Captain Højbjerg and coach Riemer express deep concern and plan to visit Eriksen in hospital
Christian Eriksen fell to the turf during Denmark’s friendly match against Ukraine on Sunday. The VfL Wolfsburg midfielder remained motionless on the grass for several moments. This caused alarm among teammates, staff and supporters inside the stadium.
The 34-year-old soon woke up and walked off the pitch without assistance. Medical staff then took him to hospital for further checks. A collective sigh of relief spread through the ground when fans saw him conscious.
The frightening moment brought back painful memories of Euro 2021. During that tournament, Eriksen also collapsed on the pitch in Copenhagen. Doctors later fitted him with a heart device. This pacemaker appeared to function correctly during Sunday’s incident.
Denmark’s team doctor, Morten Boesen, told reporters that Eriksen feels okay given the circumstances. Match officials abandoned the game following the episode.
Denmark captain Pierre-Emile Højbjerg later spoke to TV 2. He looked shaken during the interview.
“What matters most is that Christian is fine. His family must also be fine,” Højbjerg said. “We gathered in the dressing room to talk. Some players need answers. Others must call their loved ones. Some simply need to sit quietly. That is completely normal.”
The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder praised the medical response. He noted how players and fans behaved with respect. “It ended as well as it could. We are very thankful,” he added.
Højbjerg admitted the shock left him wanting to see his own family. “I need to hug my children. They are who I want to see right now.”
National team coach Brian Riemer also shared his thoughts. He worked with Eriksen at Brentford after the 2021 incident. The two men built a strong bond during that time.
“I plan to visit him at the hospital soon. I need to see him and speak with him,” Riemer stated. “He means a great deal to me.”
Riemer explained their close ties. “You grow closer to some players than others. We worked together at Brentford. Now we work together with the national side. I know him very well. This affects me deeply.”