In a shocking incident before Sunday night’s pre-season friendly between Real Madrid and AC Milan, former Premier League goalkeeper Shaka Hislop collapsed live on TV, sending a wave of concern among his colleagues and viewers.
Thankfully, after the distressing moment, it has been reported that Hislop is now “conscious and recovering.” His co-host made light of the situation, playfully calling him “silly.”
Shaka Hislop, who had a successful career with clubs like West Ham and Newcastle, retired from professional football in 2007.
He has since been working as a pundit for American broadcaster ESPN.
During the pre-season friendly between Real Madrid and AC Milan, which ended in a 3-2 victory for Real Madrid, the incident occurred while Hislop was on air.
The temperature in Pasadena, California, where the match took place, was around 30 degrees celsius.
Dramatic footage captured the moment when Hislop started swaying before falling forward and collapsing to the ground.
A panicked Thomas immediately went to his side while calling out for medical help.
And the camera quickly cut away to a commercial break, leaving viewers stunned.
But kick-off went ahead after ESPN confirmed Shaka was “conscious and recovering.”
And pal Thomas delivered a feel-good message at half-time confirming the “good news.”
Looking visibly relieved, he said: “My mate, Shaka, not here, but as it stands, it’s good news.
“He’s conscious, he’s talking, I think he’s a little embarrassed about it all.
“He’s apologised profusely. Not a man who likes people to make a fuss of him.
“Obviously far too early to make any sort of diagnosis, but the important thing is that Shaka’s conscious and we spoke to his family as well, because you imagine seeing that happen live.
“We spoke to his wife and things are looking OK.”
Thomas then joked: “Silly Shaka.”
