Christian Eriksen 'well' and home after collapsing during friendly match

Danish footballer Christian Eriksen has reassured fans that he is "well" and recovering at home following a collapse during a friendly match against Ukraine on Sunday. The 34-year-old midfielder, who has a subcutaneous defibrillator following a cardiac arrest in 2021, emphasized that this incident was different from the previous one.

"I'm fine and at home with my family," Eriksen wrote on Instagram. He explained that a shock from his defibrillator had a "considerable impact" but that the device functioned precisely as intended to protect him. He plans to focus on his recovery, spend time with his family, and play football with his children.

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I'm fine and at home with my family. I want to reassure everyone: this situation was different from 2021.

Earlier, the Danish Football Association confirmed Eriksen was well and expected to be discharged from the hospital promptly. "I spoke with Christian this morning, and he is well. He is with his family and in good spirits," said national team doctor Morten Boesen. "We expect him to be able to be released quickly and go home."

The match, held in Odense, was stopped after Eriksen collapsed in the 64th minute. He was able to walk off the field with assistance and was transported to Odense University Hospital. Details about the nature of his collapse or its impact on his career have not yet been released.

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I spoke with Christian this morning, and he is well. He is with his family and in good spirits. We expect him to be able to be released quickly and go home.