NEC Nijmegen’s forward, Bas Dost, found himself in the hospital on Sunday after collapsing on the pitch during their Eredivisie match against AZ Alkmaar.
The game was subsequently abandoned.
The 34-year-old, a former international player for the Netherlands, thankfully regained consciousness and was safely carried off the field.
He later reassured fans on NEC’s social media that he was feeling well.
“The AZ-NEC match was stopped in the 90th minute on Sunday evening with a score of 1-2.
Bas Dost collapsed on the field and was immediately helped by all the emergency services present,” NEC said in a statement on their website.
“Dost was carried from the field by the emergency services and taken to the hospital.”
Players from both teams stood around Dost, who scored the opening goal and provided the assist for NEC’s second, while he was being treated.
“I’m doing well. The help I received on the field was fantastic,” Dost said on X, formerly known as Twitter. “I’m in the hospital now and I feel good. Thanks for all the support!”
AZ posted a message saying, “Bas Dost is fortunately conscious. Wishing you a lot of recovery and strength, Bas.”