Fernando Gago hospitalized for emergency cardiac evaluation
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Fernando Gago, head coach of Universidad de Chile, was hospitalized for emergency cardiac evaluation after his team's victory.
- The 40-year-old Argentine coach is reportedly in stable condition and undergoing medical supervision.
- Gago will miss the upcoming Copa Chile match, with assistant coach Fabricio Coloccini taking temporary charge.
Fernando Gago, the current head coach of Universidad de Chile, has been hospitalized for emergency medical attention following his team's 2-0 victory over O'Higgins. The 40-year-old Argentine strategist experienced a cardiovascular complication shortly after the match, which concluded the first half of the national championship.
Reports from local media indicated that Gago underwent a procedure for cardiac complications. While the incident caused concern among fans and club members, the sports institution provided an official update. Universidad de Chile confirmed that Gago is undergoing various cardiovascular examinations and will not lead the team's activities in the coming days. The club emphasized that the former footballer is in good condition and remains under constant medical supervision, accompanied by the medical staff.
We inform that our technical director, Fernando Gago, is undergoing a series of cardiovascular exams and will not be in charge of training today.
Despite the health scare, Gago had participated in the post-match press conference, analyzing his team's performance. However, subsequent medical evaluations necessitated his hospitalization and ongoing observation. The club's statement, released via social media, assured that Gago "is in good condition and is accompanied by our medical staff."
As a consequence of this situation, Gago will be absent from Universidad de Chile's next match in the Copa Chile against Santiago Wanderers. His assistant coach, Fabricio Coloccini, will temporarily assume responsibility for the team on the bench. The victory against O'Higgins had propelled the university team to third place in the league standings with 24 points.
Fernando Gago is in good condition and is accompanied by our medical staff.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.