It was the 73rd minute of the match. Finns were preparing to take a corner when Jan Bednarek He noticed that one of the fans fainted. He immediately signaled it to the referee and the medical bars of both representation. Polish and Finnish doctors went to the stands to help. The whole stadium froze in silence.
We know what happened to the fan who needed help
Finnish media revealed the details of the intervention. The ilta-sanomat daily reached a witness of a dramatic event that saw up close what was going on. He described that a supporter who needed help had an epilepsy attack. Fortunately, he was saved. Covered with thermal blankets, he was taken to hospital for further treatment and examinations.
The place of medical intervention was covered with screening. The fans also covered the scene so that as few people as possible see what was happening. “Everyone with deep concern observed the actions of the emergency services. The atmosphere was in a sense unbelievable. The audience made sure that the doctors had peace during the intervention, approached with full respect. When someone began to talk, they immediately silenced him” – described “IS”.
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It was a dramatic moment for everyone present at the Olympic Stadium in Helsinki. They followed the situation of full uncertainty, nerves and anxiety. When the doctors finished the intervention with a positive effect, all gathered in the stands applauded doctors. Next, the UEFA message was waiting for the continuation of the meeting.
From the start of medical intervention to resumption games Over 40 minutes passed.
When both teams returned to the game, the Finns focused on the defensive. Poles were unable to create any clear opportunity to score a leveling goal. They lost 1: 2.