Bulgarian defender Rosen Bozhinov, from Pisa, collapsed on the pitch during a game in Italy due to the intense heat. The incident caused great concern among those present at the stadium.
Bozhinov was immediately assisted on the pitch before being taken to hospital. Sports and medical authorities intervened quickly to provide first aid to the player.
After the appropriate examinations and medical follow-up, the stability of the defender's health condition was confirmed. The player remains under hospital observation, but doctors assure that he is not in danger of death.
This incident highlights the risks that extreme heat poses to athletes during competitions, especially in southern European countries during summer months. Football authorities have been urged to implement stricter protocols for matches played in high temperatures.
