Fiorentina Midfielder Edoardo Bove Collapses During Serie A Match, Hospitalized in Intensive Care
Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove is currently in intensive care after a dramatic incident during a Serie A match against Inter Milan on Sunday. The match was suspended and subsequently abandoned after Bove suddenly collapsed on the pitch in the 16th minute.
According to a Fiorentina statement, the 22-year-old is currently under pharmacological sedation and will be re-evaluated in the next 24 hours. The club reported that Bove arrived at the emergency room in stable hemodynamic conditions, and initial cardiological and neurological tests have ruled out acute damage to his central nervous system and cardio-respiratory system.
When Bove fell to the ground, players from both teams immediately signaled for medical staff. They formed a protective ring around him as he was carefully taken off the pitch on a stretcher and transported to an ambulance.
Bove, who joined Fiorentina on a season-long loan from Roma in August, has been developing his career in Italian football. He scored his first goal for Fiorentina in October against his parent club and has represented Italy at the under-21 level.
The football community has rallied around Bove, offering messages of support. Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso expressed solidarity, saying, “Forza Edoardo, we’re with you. You’re a strong boy with a great character.”
Inter Milan president Giuseppe Marotta told Sky Italia that the decision to postpone the match was spontaneous, emphasizing the unity of the football community during this challenging moment.
Bove’s teammates and other football figures have also shown support. Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea posted a prayer message on social media, while Roma, Bove’s parent club, shared a message of support stating, “One of us, we are all with you.”
The Serie A official account also joined in, posting “Forza Edoardo. We’re all with you.”
At the time of the incident, Fiorentina was third in Serie A, level on points with Inter Milan. The match’s abandonment means the game’s result remains undecided.
The incident has once again highlighted the potential health risks athletes can face and the importance of immediate medical response in professional sports.
As Bove remains in intensive care, the football world continues to hope for his full recovery, demonstrating the strong sense of community and support that exists within the sport.
Updates on Bove’s condition are expected in the coming days as medical professionals continue to monitor his health.
