Bas Dost thanks for support after falling lifeless on the pitch during a game in the Netherlands

Bas Dost, a former Sporting player who lost consciousness on the field on Sunday in the match of the 10th round of the Dutch championship between AZ Alkmaar and NEC, but came to his senses, thanked this Monday for the support given to him.

“I would like to thank my colleagues, the medical team and medical staff of AZ, as well as the staff of the North-Western Hospital for their quick and correct actions. “I would also like to thank my teammates and the AZ players who immediately surrounded me,” the Dutch NEC striker released a statement.

At Alkmaar’s AFAS Stadium, the 34-year-old Dutch striker went down alone near the midfield circle after 90 minutes, with referee Jeroen Manschot stopping the match moments later so the medical team could quickly occupy the four lines. players from both teams covered Bas Dost while he received help.

“I understand that many expressions of support are coming from home and abroad, and that touches me. The world of football is sometimes difficult, but now I also understand how human we can be. As I left the field, I heard applause from everyone on the field. stadium, which made me very happy. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who sympathizes with me and my family. We really appreciate this support,” he emphasized.

Bas Dost opened the scoring in the 11th minute and helped teammate Mattsson (31) extend the lead and give NEC victory, while Pavlidis (57) closed the distance in the second half for AZ, who held the advantage. Portuguese Penetra is in the starting lineup and compatriot Thiago Dantas is on the bench.