Footballer attacked by opposing team player had 'blood coming out of his neck'

Footballer receives 'serious injury to neck' in attack during a match between two Dublin based clubs

A FOOTBALLER received a serious injury to his neck in an alleged attack from an opposing team's player during a match between two Dublin based clubs over the weekend.

READ MORE: Ireland weather: Urgent ‘thunder hail’ warning before Met Eireann forecast takes dramatic turn In a statement, Celtic United FC described the attack as a “really violent” and a “dark day” for the club. They confirmed that he was “alive” but was in “shock”. The club also revealed that the medical report suggested the injury was caused by a “cutting element”.

In addition to their statement, the club also posted a blurred picture of a player lying on the pitch while another holds his head for support as paramedics treat him.

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