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The Women’s Super League match between Arsenal and Brighton was halted for 10 minutes due to a serious head injury.
Maelys Mpome was defending a cross in the second half in front of the away fans when the ball struck her directly in the face.
Maelys Mpome was in action against Arsenal at the Emirates when she sustained a severe neck injury.
Mpome was defending a cross in front of the traveling fans when the ball collided with her face.
She received treatment on the field before being fitted with a neck brace and placed onto a stretcher.
The Seagulls star lay on the Emirates turf as physiotherapists rushed to her aid.
The French defender was fitted with a neck brace and loaded onto a stretcher.
In a concerning scene, she was carried off the pitch by six medics on a stretcher, equipped with an oxygen mask and tank.
Brighton fans applauded Mpome as she left the field.
The team's social media account commented on the injury: “After a lengthy pause in play, Maelys has been stretchered off after initially receiving medical attention on the pitch.
“Wishing you a speedy recovery, Maelys.”
Dutch footballer Marit Auee replaced the 22-year-old.
Brighton faced another injury concern moments later as Maisie Symonds was unable to continue after going down off the ball.
A remarkable 13 minutes were added in injury time.
A crowd of 27,336 attended the match in north London, which was just under half of the Emirates stadium's total capacity.
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FAQs
What happened to Maelys Mpome during the match?
Maelys Mpome sustained a serious head injury when the ball struck her face while she was defending a cross.
How was she treated after the injury?
Mpome received immediate medical attention on the field, was fitted with a neck brace, and was then placed onto a stretcher for further care.
What was the crowd's reaction to the incident?
Fans of Brighton gave Mpome a standing ovation as she was being stretchered off the field.
