Rodrigo Bentancur’s sudden collapse during Tottenham’s Carabao Cup semi-final against Liverpool on Wednesday night has raised serious concerns, but the cause has now been confirmed.
The Incident on the Field
During the first half of the match, Bentancur unexpectedly fell to the ground without any apparent contact.
This led to a delay as the Uruguayan midfielder received medical attention right on the pitch.
The situation was alarming, especially as no one was near him when he collapsed, and both fans and players were left worried about his health.
Medical Examinations and Update from Manager
Bentancur was quickly taken to the hospital for further evaluation, but thankfully, he was able to return home later that evening.
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has since provided an update on the situation.
According to the Australian coach, Bentancur had suffered a concussion.
“We’re relieved to share that he’s okay,” Postecoglou said.
“He underwent a series of tests at the hospital, and everything checked out. He’s now back home and feeling fine.”
However, Postecoglou emphasized that Bentancur would need to follow concussion protocols, which may keep him sidelined for a couple of weeks.
Support from Teammates and Fans
The concern for Bentancur’s well-being was evident on the field, especially for his teammate Pedro Porro, who was one of the first to reach him.
Postecoglou praised the response of both the medical team and the players, expressing gratitude that the situation was handled well.
“The situation was distressing, especially for Pedro, who was there first, but the medical team and the players acted swiftly and responsibly. Thankfully, everything is okay now,” Postecoglou added.
Bentancur’s Social Media Message
Later on social media, Bentancur reassured his fans and teammates by posting an update, saying: “All good, guys! Thanks for the messages!!! Congratulations to the boys for the victory!!!”
His message helped to ease the worries of those following the tense moment.
A Disrupted Season
Unfortunately, this is not the first time Bentancur’s season has been interrupted.
Earlier this year, he missed eight games due to suspension.
He received a seven-match ban after an alleged racial comment made towards Tottenham captain Son Heung-min in a TV interview.
Bentancur also missed Spurs’ 2-1 loss to Newcastle following a fifth booking of the season.
Tottenham’s Victory Amidst the Concern
Despite the medical emergency, Tottenham managed to secure a 1-0 win over Liverpool in the first leg, with Lucas Bergvall’s dramatic goal in the 96th minute.
The victory was a huge morale boost for the team, and it handed Liverpool just their second defeat of the season.
What’s Next for Spurs?
Tottenham’s next match will be this Sunday against National League side Tamworth in the FA Cup.
They will then face a challenging Premier League showdown against Arsenal next Wednesday, as they continue their push for top honors this season.