Overview
- The Isthmian League fixture at Bedfont Sports was halted and then abandoned within minutes of kickoff on Saturday after Hendon defender Ethan Creary was carried off on a stretcher and taken to hospital.
- Hendon first described early signs of a double collarbone break, possible shoulder ligament damage and concussion and later confirmed Creary was conscious and talking in hospital.
- Creary posted via the club’s X account that he has a double collarbone break, may need surgery and must remain under 24-hour observation as a precaution against a brain bleed.
- The game was Hendon’s first since the death of midfielder Ezekiel Williams, and police have charged two men in connection with the incident that led to Williams’ fatal head injuries.
- Hendon said a new date for the postponed fixture will be announced in due course and the club now faces short-term disruption while the squad grieves, supports Creary’s recovery and awaits legal developments in the Williams case.