Premier League icon Shaka Hislop collapses during live TV broadcast
The football community has rallied behind Shaka Hislop after the former Premier League goalkeeper collapsed during a live television broadcast.
Footage of Hislop collapsing makes for worrying viewing as fans prayed he was alright.
Thankfully, his ESPN colleague Dan Thomas has confirmed that he is "conscious and talking".
ESPN FC Commentator Shaka Hislop collapsed on live TV before the Real Madrid vs. AC Milan friendly.
— DiedSuddenly (@DiedSuddenly_) July 24, 2023
He is now in stable condition. No further reports on medical condition or reason for collapse reported at this time. pic.twitter.com/2lxRfxfFWM
The ex-West Ham and Newcastle shot stopper, who retired from professional football back in 2007, is now plying his trade as a pundit for American broadcasting giants ESPN.
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But while covering the pre-season clash between AC Milan and Real Madrid at the Rose Bowl in Southern California, Hislop had an on-air health scare.
As his co-host Dan Thomas was talking, Hislop suddenly began swaying back-and-forth.
Firstly rocking backwards, Hislop then fell face-first towards Thomas' feet and collapsed on the pitch in truly scary scenes.
Thomas sprung into action and waved over the medics who treated the 54-year-old before the broadcast cut to a commercial.
Shaka is conscious. The medics are looking after him.
— Dan Thomas (@DanThomasESPN) July 24, 2023
When clips of the incident started appearing across social media, fans wished him a speedy recovery and sent their love.
Thankfully, Thomas appeared live during half-time to provide an update on Hislop's condition.
"As it stands, it's good news," he said.
"He's conscious, he's talking. I think he's a little embarrassed about it all, he has apologised profusely – not a man who likes people to make a fuss of him.
Dan Thomas gave an update on Shaka Hislop's condition.
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) July 24, 2023
Shaka is "conscious and talking" and has been tended to by medics 🙏 pic.twitter.com/B3mlEsxUfw
"We spoke to his family as well. As you can imagine, seeing that happen live, there can’t be many more things that can scare you amongst a family, but we spoke to his wife and things are looking OK."
Further details about how he collapsed or whether he has any underlying conditions are not known just yet.
Sending our love to Shaka, praying he is alright.
Topics: Premier League, Football, ESPN, United States
Max Sherry