During the draw between Deportivo and Atlético Madrid, a gruesome incident took place involving Fernando Torres and Depor's Alex Bergantiños.
With the game about to end, The Spanish striker was trying to clear the ball from his box, when Deportivo's defender made a reckless move to try and get the ball, hitting Torres' head in the process. The former Liverpool striker fell to the ground, unconscious, prompting an immediate reaction from Atlético's medical staff.
Warning: Image may be disturbing for some viewers.
El tremendo golpe que recibió @Torres en la cancha. Todo parece indicar que está fuera de peligro. pic.twitter.com/mPFo0Vayhx
— Nahima Choura (@nahimachoura) March 2, 2017
Some of his team-mates rushed to prevent him from swallowing his tongue, maybe saving the player's life in the process.
Following the initial commotion, Atlético Madrid revealed on their Twitter feed that the player came out with a head injury, but his life is not in danger.
.@Torres suffers a head injury. He was rushed to the hospital to undergo tests. He will spend the night in hospital for observation.
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) March 2, 2017
Thanks for the messages of support for @Torres. He’s stable and conscious. He’ll spend the night in hospital and undergo more tests tomorrow
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) March 2, 2017
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