A Serie A match between Inter Milan and Fiorentina witnessed disturbing scenes as players were brought to tears shortly after kickoff after Edoardo Bove, 22, collapsed unexpectedly during the first half of the match. His sudden fall, without any contact, prompted players to urgently signal for medical help.
Referee Daniele Dove halted the match in the 15th minute as Bove lay on the ground, asking for immediate attention. Bove was carried into an ambulance on the field, leaving players from both teams visibly emotional, with some in unable to control tears. Journalist Gabriele Marcotti described the incident on Twitter, writing: “Awful scenes in Florence. Edoardo Bove collapsed on pitch untouched.”
Sudden and Unexpected Collapse on Ground
“Paramedics have taken him away. Fiorentina-Inter game suspended, players appear badly shaken. Both teams back in the dressing room.”
The match was suspended, and players left the field, returning to the dressing rooms as Bove was taken away from the …