- Luton’s Premier League match with Bournemouth was abandoned on Saturday
- Luton captain Tom Lockyer collapsed on the pitch – but he is now ‘stable’
- Premier League Rule L15 states that any match abandoned with the consent of the referee will be replayed
- WARNING: Article contains distressing images
Luton’s Premier League game with Bournemouth is set to be replayed in its entirety following the abandonment caused by Tom Lockyer’s collapse at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday.
Premier League Rule L15 states that any match abandoned with the consent of the referee will be replayed, with a date and kick-off time to be arranged by the top-flight’s Board.
Luton and Bournemouth’s players were taken off midway through the second half with Lockyer receiving medical treatment after collapsing off the ball.
Referee Simon Hooper confirmed the game was being abandoned soon afterwards following talks with both clubs, after which the players returned to the pitch to applaud the supporters, who were chanting Lockyer’s name.
The Premier League issued a statement shortly afterwards saying ‘Our thoughts are with Tom Lockyer and all players involved in today’s match.’
WARNING: DISTRESSING IMAGES BELOW
Medical staff from both clubs and paramedics worked together after Lockyer’s collapse
Premier League sources insist that their priority at present is the health of the player, but Mail Sport has been told that the competitions rules are clear and they are expect to stick to the protocol set out in their handbook.
More to follow.
Post source: Daily mail