An FA Trophy clash was abandoned on Tuesday evening after a player was rushed to hospital after suffering a medical emergency on the pitch.
The Third-Round tie between Gateshead and Farsley Celtic had been played for just shy of 30 minutes when play was suspended.
Celts captain Lewis Turner was attended to by medical staff who came onto the pitch in the 29th minute, before being taken away in an ambulance.
As per the Sun, Turner’s team-mates had been overcome with emotion, with some even reduced to tears, as they called for help. They were later sent to the dressing room by the referee.
The 32-year-old was described as having suffered ‘a serious injury’ in a social media post shared by the club shortly after the shocking incident at the Gateshead International Stadium.
The trophy holders shared their own post on social media site X, discussing the decision to postpone the tie – which the hosts lead 1-0.
Lewis Turner was taken to hospital after suffering a medical emergency during an FA Trophy tie
The match between Gateshead and Farsley Celtic was being played at Gateshead International Stadium on Tuesday night
Gateshead shared a statement about the decision by both teams to abandon the match at 1-0
‘Following discussions between both clubs, the decision has been taken to abandon tonight’s game,’ their statement read.
‘Our thoughts go out to Lewis Turner and all involved with Farsley Celtic FC at this time.’
Turner began his career as a member of Leeds United’s academy, before plying his trade in non-league football at clubs including Chester, Harrogate Town, and Matlock Town.
Leeds were among the sides to send their thoughts and prayers in support of their former academy prospect.
‘The thoughts of everyone at LUFC are with Lewis at this time and we’re all wishing him a speedy recovery,’ the club’s statement read.
‘Sending our best wishes to you, Lewis (blue heart),’ Chester added.
Turner first joined Farsley Celtic in 2017, spending the last seven years on and off at the club.
