Neil Harris, the manager of Millwall, commended the medical staff of Sunderland for their quick and efficient response to two medical emergencies that occurred at The Den last Saturday. Both incidents happened simultaneously towards the end of the first half, causing a 25-minute pause in play as players were taken off the pitch. A fan was seen being carried away on a stretcher from the Dockers Stand.
Despite Sunderland taking the lead with Aaron Connolly’s first goal for the club, the game ended in a 1-1 draw after Femi Azeez scored a late equaliser for Millwall. This result meant that Sunderland remained at the top of the Championship table, only ahead of Sheffield United on goal difference.
Harris took the time to praise the medical teams of both clubs for their exceptional handling of the situations during the game. He emphasized the importance of ensuring the well-being of supporters above all else, expressing his best wishes for the full recovery of the fans involved.
“We’ve all come here to watch a game of football and enjoy it, and nobody should be leaving in ambulances,” Harris stated following the match. The manager’s words highlighted the importance of prioritizing the safety and health of fans in such circumstances.
