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Angel City FC’s Savy King Stable After On-Field Collapse During Match

The 20-year-old defender is responsive and undergoing evaluation at a hospital following a medical emergency in the 74th minute of Friday’s game.

Alex Loera led both sets of players in a prayer for Savy King, her former teammate at Bay FC, following the final whistle.
Medical staff attended to Savy King for about 10 minutes before she was stretchered off the field.
May 9, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Medical staff attend to Angel City FC defender Savy King (3) as she exits the game on a cart during the second half of a soccer game against the Utah Royals at BMO Stadium. Jessica Alcheh-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Savy King collapsed during the 74th minute of Angel City FC's match against the Utah Royals at BMO Stadium, prompting immediate medical attention.
  • Medical personnel administered CPR on the field before King was stretchered off with an oxygen mask and transported to a local hospital.
  • Angel City FC confirmed King is responsive, stable, and undergoing further evaluation, with her family and medical staff by her side.
  • The match resumed after a 10-minute delay, a decision questioned by Utah coach Jimmy Coenraets, who noted players were visibly distressed.
  • King, a former No. 2 draft pick and offseason trade acquisition, has been a key starter for Angel City this season, playing in all eight matches.