Christian Eriksen collapses during Denmark friendly; match halted
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Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Christian Eriksen collapsed while playing in a friendly match for Denmark against Ukraine on June 7, 2026. The midfielder clutched his chest and fell to the ground, prompting immediate medical assistance on the field. Denmark later confirmed that Eriksen is conscious and is doing well given the circumstances. The match was subsequently called off. This incident recalls Eriksen's cardiac arrest during Euro 2020, when his heart stopped for nearly five minutes.
- •Christian Eriksen collapsed and received medical attention during a friendly.
- •Denmark vs. Ukraine match was called off following the incident.
- •Denmark confirmed that Eriksen is conscious after the collapse.
- •This incident comes five years after Eriksen's cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.
- 11:28 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Eriksen sparks concern after sudden collapse forces match abandonment
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Denmark issue fresh update on Christian Eriksen after collapse in friendly against Ukraine
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Eriksen 'conscious' after collapsing during Denmark match
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Eriksen: Denmark game abandoned as star collapses on the pitch
- 8:03 PMESPN — Denmark says Eriksen conscious after collapsing
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Eriksen ‘conscious’ after collapsing during Denmark match
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Denmark captain Højbjerg and coach Riemer react to Eriksen’s collapse
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Eriksen collapse vs Ukraine: What we know so far
"Match against Ukraine abandoned after incident Danish FA say Eriksen ‘conscious’ after treatment Denmark’s former Manchester United and Tottenham midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch in a match against Ukraine on Sunday, but was conscious as he was taken from the field by medics. The incident happened during what was an end-of-season friendly between two sides who have not qualified for the World Cup. Eriksen, who suffered a cardiac arrest during a European Championship match in 2021, was quickly tended to by medics in Odense, while the referee abandoned the match early. Continue reading...
"Christian Eriksen is conscious after collapsing on the field again while playing for Denmark’s national team, the country’s soccer federation said Sunday. TV images showed the 34-year-old Erikson clutching his chest with both hands in the 65th minute of Denmark’s international friendly against Ukraine at Nature Energy Park in Odense. In the next TV image shown, Erikson was on the ground, surrounded by players.
"Christian Eriksen is “conscious and doing well” after the Denmark midfielder appeared to collapse in Sunday’s friendly with Ukraine. TV images showed Eriksen holding his chest in the 65th minute of the fixture before the camera shot moved elsewhere, but the match was quickly halted amid concern for the former Tottenham and Manchester United playmaker.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 11:28 AMChristian Eriksen sparks concern after sudden collapse forces match abandonment
Christian Eriksen is said to be doing well after collapsing during Denmark’s abandoned friendly against Ukraine in Odense. The 34-year-old midfielder went down in the 65th minute on Sunday, June 7, and was taken to hospital after a frightening scene on the pitch.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 8:05 AMDenmark issue fresh update on Christian Eriksen after collapse in friendly against Ukraine
The Danish Football Association has released an update on Christian Eriksen after the VfL Wolfsburg midfielder suddenly collapsed during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine on Sunday.After briefly lo...
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 10:10 PMChristian Eriksen 'conscious' after collapsing during Denmark match
Christian Eriksen is “conscious and doing well” after the Denmark midfielder appeared to collapse in Sunday’s friendly with Ukraine. TV images showed Eriksen holding his chest in the 65th minute of the fixture before the camera shot moved elsewhere, but the match was quickly halted amid concern for the former Tottenham and Manchester United playmaker.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 9:10 PMChristian Eriksen: Denmark game abandoned as star collapses on the pitch
Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine on Sunday was abandoned after former Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch.What happenedDenmark faced Ukraine in a friendly at Oden...
- ESPNJun 7, 2026, 8:03 PMDenmark says Eriksen conscious after collapsing
A friendly between Denmark and Ukraine has been called off after Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:55 PMChristian Eriksen ‘conscious’ after collapsing during Denmark match
Christian Eriksen is “conscious and doing well” after the Denmark midfielder appeared to collapse in Sunday’s friendly with Ukraine. TV images showed Eriksen holding his chest in the 65th minute of the fixture before the camera shot moved elsewhere, but the match was quickly halted amid concern for the former Tottenham and Manchester United playmaker.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:36 PMDenmark captain Højbjerg and coach Riemer react to Eriksen’s collapse
VfL Wolfsburg star Christian Eriksen suddenly went to the ground during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine on Sunday evening and lay motionless for a short period, causing concern among teammates, s...
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:35 PMChristian Eriksen collapse vs Ukraine: What we know so far
Christian Eriksen’s collapse during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine has understandably caused huge concern, with the match called off after he went down in the second half. The Denmark midfielder was treated quickly by medical staff before being taken to hospital for further checks.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:29 PMChristian Eriksen collapses: Denmark vs. Ukraine abandoned, former Spurs, Man United star 'conscious'
Denmark's friendly with Ukraine was abandoned after Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch Sunday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:19 PMWhat happened last time Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch?
Christian Eriksen has collapsed again during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine, with the match abandoned after another deeply worrying scene involving the midfielder. The Danish FA have said Eriksen is conscious and doing well under the circumstances, but the incident is especially concerning because of what happened to him at Euro 2020.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:12 PMChristian Eriksen “doing well” after shocking collapse leads to abandonment of Denmark-Ukraine match
VfL Wolfsburg star Christian Eriksen shockingly collapsed during the second half of Denmark's friendly against Ukraine in Odense on Sunday evening.With Denmark leading 2-1 in the second half, Eriksen ...
- CBS SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:11 PMChristian Eriksen collapses again, Denmark friendly vs. Ukraine called off
Eriksen, who collapsed at Euro 2020, suffered another medical episode on Sunday
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:07 PMChristian Eriksen update: Denmark released statement after midfielder collapsed on the field
It was the second scary health incident for Christian Eriksen in the past five years.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 7:00 PMChristian Eriksen “doing well” after collapse in Denmark friendly
Christian Eriksen is “doing well” but will undergo “further examinations” after collapsing during Denmark’s friendly against Sweden on Thursday evening.The 34-year-old midfielder previously ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:58 PMChristian Eriksen collapses on field, Denmark-Ukraine soccer friendly suspended
This is the second time the Danish midfielder has collapsed on the field in his career.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:57 PMDenmark's Eriksen collapses during Ukraine friendly
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday, five years after he suffered a cardiac arrest during the European Championships.The 34-year-old has worn a pacemaker on his heart since he collapsed during the group stage game against Finland at Euro 2020, which was played in 2021.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:55 PMDenmark's Eriksen collapses again but appears to be OK
Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch again during a friendly against Ukraine on Sunday - five years after his cardiac arrest at the European Championship. The 34-year-old Wolfsburg man fell to the ground in the 65th minute.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:55 PMEriksen collapses again: Denmark v Ukraine friendly ends early
Christian Eriksen was once again at the centre of concern during a Denmark match. This Sunday, in the friendly against Ukraine, the Wolfsburg midfielder collapsed unconscious on the pitch, prompting i...
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:45 PMChristian Eriksen collapses during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine
Denmark’s national team said, “Christian Eriksen is conscious and feeling well according to the circumstances. The match has been called off."
- The Guardian SportJun 7, 2026, 6:44 PMDenmark midfielder Christian Eriksen collapses on pitch during international friendly
Match against Ukraine abandoned after incident Danish FA say Eriksen ‘conscious’ after treatment Denmark’s former Manchester United and Tottenham midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch in a match against Ukraine on Sunday, but was conscious as he was taken from the field by medics. The incident happened during what was an end-of-season friendly between two sides who have not qualified for the World Cup. Eriksen, who suffered a cardiac arrest during a European Championship match in 2021, was quickly tended to by medics in Odense, while the referee abandoned the match early. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:41 PMEriksen feels unwell and collapses on the pitch during Denmark friendly
Midfielder Christian Eriksen felt unwell and collapsed on the pitch during the friendly between Denmark and Ukraine played this Sunday (7).The match was in the 20th minute of the second half when the ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:36 PMDenmark says soccer star Christian Eriksen 'conscious' after collapsing on field again in match
Christian Eriksen is conscious after collapsing on the field again while playing for Denmark’s national team, the country’s soccer federation said Sunday. TV images showed the 34-year-old Erikson clutching his chest with both hands in the 65th minute of Denmark’s international friendly against Ukraine at Nature Energy Park in Odense. In the next TV image shown, Erikson was on the ground, surrounded by players.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:32 PMEriksen conscious after collapsing in Denmark game
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine but is now conscious, says the Danish Football Association (DBU).
- BBC SportJun 7, 2026, 6:31 PMEriksen conscious after collapsing in Denmark game
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine but is now conscious, says the Danish Football Association (DBU).
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:30 PM🚑 Denmark confirm Eriksen is fine after collapsing in a friendly
Christian Eriksen has once again left football holding its breath during the Denmark-Ukraine friendly played in Odense. In the 65th minute, the midfielder clutched his chest and collapsed to the groun...
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:26 PMDenmark's soccer federation says Christian Eriksen is 'conscious' after he collapsed again on the field
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:17 PMChristian Eriksen collapses again during Denmark friendly with match called off
Eriksen clutched his chest and fell to the ground during a friendly with Ukraine but is now ‘conscious’
- Sky Sports—Eriksen conscious after collapsing during Denmark friendly
Christian Eriksen is conscious after collapsing during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine.
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