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Medical sources in Alexandria revealed developments in the health condition of Modern Future star Ahmed Refaat, who collapsed on the field during the match against Al-Ittihad Alexandria in the 16th round of the Nile League competitions.
The source explained that the player suffered a severe drop in blood circulation and was taken to the hospital in critical condition, pointing out that a cardiologist from outside the hospital was hired to follow up on the player’s condition.
He added that the player was subjected to an electric defibrillator, and seven attempts were made to revive his heart with the defibrillator until his body responded on the seventh attempt.
He pointed out that the player was transferred to the intensive care room to provide the necessary care and monitor his condition, which has stabilized relatively.
The 88th minute of the match between Al-Ittihad Alexandria and Modern Future, on Monday evening, witnessed; Ahmed Refaat was injured as he fell in the middle of the field amid demands from the audience and fans to end the match.
Al-Ittihad Alexandria and Modern Future players went to the hospital to check on the player’s condition.
Dozens of Al-Ittihad Alexandria Club fans gathered in front of the hospital to check on the player and monitor his condition.
Al-Ittihad of Alexandria tied with Modern Future 0-0 in their match yesterday, Monday, at Alexandria Stadium in the 16th round of the Egyptian Premier League competition.
With this draw, Al-Ittihad reached 24 points in fourth place, while Future’s score rose to 17 points in 11th place.