Portland's Savannah DeMelo remains hospitalized after collapsing during match

Portland's Savannah DeMelo remains hospitalized after collapsing during match

Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo remains hospitalized and is undergoing tests after a medical emergency during Sunday’s NWSL match against Seattle Reign.

  • Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo collapsed late in the first half of Sunday’s match vs. the Seattle Reign at Seattle’s Lumen Field, prompting her to be taken by ambulance to a local hospital.
  • The incident led to the match being called off; the second half will be played Tuesday evening at Lumen Field without fans, but will be broadcast on NWSL+ and Paramount+.
  • As of Monday, DeMelo (27 years old) remained hospitalized while undergoing tests, and expressed gratitude for her family, the medical staff, and the outpouring of support as she recovers.
  • This is not the first time DeMelo has had health issues on the field — she previously left a match in March due to dizziness and chest tightness.

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