Millwall vs Sunderland clash suspended TWICE after two medical emergencies as concerned players call over paramedics
MILLWALL’S clash with Sunderland was stopped twice due to medical emergencies in the crowd.
The Championship game was halted at The Den in the 41st minute as players called on the medics to attend to a supporter.
The referee then led the players off the field in stoppage time after they had been waiting by the technical area.
Millwall‘s medical staff were stood down by paramedics as home fans gave the supporter a round of applause when they were lifted onto a stretcher.
Millwall tweeted: “The players have left the pitch following a medical emergency in the crowd.
“We send our best wishes to those receiving attention.”
As the players waited for a resolution, there was then a second medical emergency which further delayed the match.
The game was 1-0 to Sunderland at the time of the first incident – with Aaron Connolly having put the visitors ahead in the 10th minute.
Reacting to the news, one social media user said: “Fingers crossed for the fan involved.”
While another added: “Hope all ends up well Never want to see this.”
And a third replied: “Hope the people are well and sending best wishes .”
Sunderland came into the game knowing a win or draw would take them back to the top of the Championship table.
Earlier in the day, Sheffield United were held to a 2-2 draw against Coventry.
Meanwhile, Millwall came into the game two points adrift of the play-off places.