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WEST HAM defender Konstantinos Mavropanos had to be stretchered off the field after suffering a concerning head injury.
The 28-year-old Hammers defender was left on the ground in the Queens Park Rangers penalty area following a corner kick in the 39th minute.
Mavropanos was stretchered off just before half-time
The former Arsenal defender required extensive treatment after a clash of heads during the corner kick.
A stretcher was eventually brought onto the pitch, and the Greek defender was carefully moved before being taken down the tunnel.
Both sets of fans applauded the defender as he left the field, and he was substituted by new signing Pablo Felipe.
Following the delay, nine minutes were added to the match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Konstantinos Mavropanos during the match?
Konstantinos Mavropanos suffered a head injury and was stretchered off the field after a collision during a corner kick.
How did the fans react to Mavropanos' injury?
Both sets of fans applauded Mavropanos as he was taken off the field.
Who replaced Mavropanos after his injury?
New signing Pablo Felipe replaced Mavropanos after he was stretchered off.


