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Van Hecke and Konak Suffer Head Injury in Brighton vs Brentford Premier League Clash
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke was stretchered off the pitch during the latter stages of Saturday’s Premier League fixture against Brentford following a serious head-on collision with Yunus Emre Konak. The Brentford midfielder also had to be substituted after the unfortunate incident necessitated immediate medical intervention from the medical teams of both clubs. The Premier League match between Brighton and Brentford was overshadowed by the injury to both players.
Extensive Stoppage Time Follows Collision
The match witnessed over 20 minutes of additional time at the end of Brentford’s 4-2 victory over Brighton due to several delays. The most significant stoppage occurred in the match’s final moments, with just 45 seconds remaining, when Van Hecke and Konak collided. Both players were challenging for the ball from Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen’s goal kick when they fell heavily after colliding heads.
Van Hecke Receives On-Field Treatment
Initially, Van Hecke attempted to sit up after the impact, but medical personnel promptly instructed him to lie back down as a stretcher was requested. During the subsequent nine-minute delay, he received oxygen as part of his medical assessment, causing visible concern among his teammates and other players present.
While Konak was able to walk unaided while the Brighton player received treatment, he was also removed from the game as a concussion substitute, being replaced by Gustavo Nunes.
Supporters from both Brentford and Brighton inside the Gtech Community Stadium joined in applause as Van Hecke was eventually carried off the field via the tunnel.
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Eiran Cashin was brought on to substitute Van Hecke, but the final whistle was blown shortly after, concluding a match that ended on a somber note despite its earlier entertainment.
Brentford’s Victory and Match Summary
Brentford’s triumph in the high-scoring match narrowed the gap to two points behind Brighton in the league standings. Bryan Mbeumo delivered a standout performance for Brentford.
Mbeumo initiated the scoring in the ninth minute and later restored Brentford’s lead early in the second half, effectively nullifying Danny Welbeck’s earlier equalizing goal for Brighton.
Mbeumo then turned creator, setting up a goal for his fellow forward Yoane Wissa. Brighton’s situation worsened shortly after when Joao Pedro was shown a straight red card for violent conduct.
Kaoru Mitoma offered Brighton a glimmer of hope, reducing the deficit to a single goal with ten minutes of regular time remaining.
Late Goal Seals Brentford Win, Injury Mars End
However, Christian Norgaard effectively secured the victory for Brentford with a headed goal during added time, shortly before the collision involving Van Hecke and Konak.
Brentford’s next match is not until May 1, an away game against Nottingham Forest.
Brighton, meanwhile, will seek to reverse their recent poor form when West Ham United visit the Amex Stadium next Saturday.
Manager Fabian Hurzeler’s team is currently on a run of six matches without a win, significantly impacting their aspirations for European competition qualification.