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Charlton vs Portsmouth Abandoned After Spectator Medical Emergency

Under EFL guidance the match will be replayed in full, with rescheduling and ticketing details to follow.

Overview

  • Play at The Valley was halted around the 12th minute when a home supporter in the Covered End required urgent treatment.
  • Referee Matthew Donohue initially paused the game and then took both teams off the pitch before abandonment was confirmed.
  • Paramedics treated the supporter on site and the individual was taken away on a stretcher as the crowd applauded.
  • An announcement about 45 minutes after the stoppage informed fans the fixture would not resume that afternoon.
  • Charlton and Portsmouth issued statements sending best wishes to the supporter and confirming a full replay will be arranged in due course.