A harrowing moment unfolded during Fiorentina’s Serie A clash against Inter Milan as midfielder Edoardo Bove, 22, collapsed on the pitch in the 16th minute, leading to the match’s suspension and eventual abandonment.
Bove, on loan from Roma, is now in intensive care under pharmacological sedation. Fiorentina’s official statement revealed initial tests ruled out acute damage to his central nervous and cardio-respiratory systems. However, further evaluations will take place over the next 24 hours.
The distressing scene saw players from both teams urgently calling for medical assistance as they formed a protective ring around the stricken player. Bove was stretchered off and transported to the hospital, where his condition remains closely monitored.
Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso expressed his support, saying: “Forza Edoardo, we’re with you. You’re a strong boy with a great character.” Inter president Giuseppe Marotta echoed the sentiment, commending the decision to abandon the match and adding: “The football world stands with Bove and his family.”
Support poured in from across the football community. Bove’s parent club Roma declared on social media: “One of us, we are all with you.” Teammate David de Gea posted a heartfelt “God please” on X, accompanied by prayer hands, while Serie A’s official account shared a simple yet powerful: “Forza Edoardo. We’re all with you.”
Bove, who joined Fiorentina in August, has made an impression with his performances, including a standout goal against his parent club in October. Fiorentina, currently third in Serie A, and fans across the globe now rally behind the young talent, hoping for his swift recovery.
⚽ A shocking moment at Fiorentina vs. Inter Milan as midfielder Edoardo Bove collapsed on the pitch. The match was abandoned, and Bove is now in intensive care under sedation. Initial tests are promising, but further evaluations are underway. Support from across the football world is flooding in. We all stand with you, Edoardo! Forza! #Fiorentina #EdoardoBove #SerieA