Benfica striker who scored 17 goals collapses, rushed to hospital | OneFootball

Kerem Akturkoglu, a former Benfica forward, went through a moment of great concern during Fenerbahçe’s 4-2 win over Konyaspor this Saturday. The Turkey international was knocked unconscious after a collision with an opponent and had to leave the pitch in the 54th minute.

The incident happened in the 51st minute, when Akturkoglutook a blow to the head against the chest of a Konyaspor player. The forward immediately fell to the ground and sparked concern. After regaining consciousness, he was taken off on a stretcher and transported to Ataşehir Hospital, where he underwent the first medical tests.

Fenerbahçe later reported that the player’s condition is stable and that the initial tests did not reveal any problems. Akturkoglu was visited by several club members after the match and remained in hospital overnight as a precaution and for observation.

Further tests are scheduled and should allow for a more complete assessment of the former Benfica player’s clinical condition. On the pitch, Fenerbahçe responded in the best possible way to the defeat suffered on the opening matchday against Gençlerbirligi. Greenwood was the standout performer of the match, with two goals and one assist, while Asensio and Muriqi also got on the scoresheet in the Turkish side’s victory.

Nélson Semedo started, while Diogo Gonçalves was in Konyaspor’s starting XI. Now, the Istanbul side turns its attention to the Champions League. Their next match is scheduled for Wednesday against Paulo Fonseca’s Lyon.

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