U19s Footballer Goes Into Cardiac Arrest After Being Struck In Face With Ball

An U19s footballer has collapsed and gone into cardiac arrest after reportedly being hit in the face with the ball during a suburban game today.

Pines U19s player Kadel Key suffered breathing problems and is currently recovering in hospital after being taken to The Alfred Hospital in a serious condition.

Key went into cardiac arrest and was revived on field with CPR from both team’s trainers before being taken in an ambulance.

The injury occurred when Key attempted to block a shot at goal, with the ball slamming into his face, the Frankston Standard Leader reported.

The match between Pines and Mt Eliza was called off in the second quarter after the incident.

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