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James Rodriguez Hailed A Hero For His Life-Saving Actions After Opponent Suffers Cardiac Arrest

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Updated 10:19 13 Jan 2022 GMTPublished 10:09 13 Jan 2022 GMT

James Rodriguez Hailed A Hero For His Life-Saving Actions After Opponent Suffers Cardiac Arrest

Rodriguez came to the aid of his opponent Ousmane Coulibaly.

Rory O'Callaghan

Rory O'Callaghan

James Rodriguez has been hailed a hero for performing life-saving actions on an opponent in a league match in Qatar.

Rodriguez acted quickly after opponent Ousmane Coulibaly suffered cardiac arrest in Al Rayyan’s match against Al-Wakrah in the Qatari Stars League at the weekend.

Former Real Madrid and Everton midfielder Rodriguez came to Coulibaly’s aid after the Al-Wakrah defender collapsed in front of goal during the first half.

According to beIN SPORTS, Rodriguez adjusted Coulibaly’s head to allow him to be able to breathe before the medical team arrived to continue treatment.

The match was temporarily halted with Al Rayyan leading 1-0, being before subsequently abandoned by the referee.

Coulibably was later taken to hospital is now said to be in a stable condition.

The Qatari Stars League confirmed after the match that the Mali international had suffered a heart attack.

“During the QNB Stars League match between Al Rayyan and Al Wakrah on Saturday, Ousmane Coulibaly suffered a heart attack which required the intervention of medical and ambulance staff present at the venue,” a statement read.

Rodriguez acted quickly after Coulibaly collapsed during the match (Image: Alamy)
Rodriguez acted quickly after Coulibaly collapsed during the match (Image: Alamy)

“It may be noted that the player is currently receiving necessary medical care and attention.

“The Qatar Stars League wishes the player a fast recovery, and we would like to thank the medical staff of both teams, paramedics and doctors for their great efforts during such events.

“Regarding the status of the match, it was agreed to end it and complete the remaining time later starting with the score when it was stopped (1-0 in favour of Al Rayyan).”

The match was rescheduled for Monday, with Rodriguez’s Al Rayyan winning 3-0.

Featured Image Credit: Alamy & Twitter: beIN SPORTS

Topics: James Rodriguez, Football

Rory O'Callaghan
Rory O'Callaghan

Rory O'Callaghan is Editorial Lead at SPORTbible. He has previously worked for Sky Sports News, MailOnline and Reach covering football, cricket, boxing and MMA. Tested daily as a Liverpool fan in a Manchester office.

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