Gruesome scenes as Mourinho's protegee collapsed on the field

The match between Fiorentina and Inter, expected to be the highlight of the round and a clash between two in-form teams, ended in shocking and concerning circumstances shortly after it began. In the 17th minute, Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove crouched to tie his shoelace and suddenly collapsed. He lay motionless on the field, sparking immediate panic. Players, medical staff, and members of the coaching teams rushed to his aid. Bove remained on the ground for several minutes, surrounded by players and staff who tried to shield the scene from the cameras to avoid broadcasting the distressing moment. It brought back memories of Christian Eriksen's cardiac incident at the Euros three years ago, and everyone hoped for a similarly positive outcome. Bove was quickly stretchered off, transported to an ambulance, and rushed to the hospital. Judging by the expressions of those on the field, it was clear the situation was grave, with many visibly distressed.

A tense moment was caught on camera as Fiorentina players argued with match organizers over delays in the ambulance's arrival. Renovation work at the Artemio Franchi Stadium reportedly caused the tunnel to be obstructed, hindering the ambulance's access to the pitch. The match in Florence was suspended and will not resume tonight, as the focus shifted entirely to Bove's condition. Local media soon provided encouraging news: according to reports from the Careggi Hospital, Bove is conscious and breathing independently following a cardiac arrest. Edoardo Bove, 22, is an Italian midfielder who joined Fiorentina on loan this summer. A product of AS Roma's academy, he spent the last four seasons with their first team, emerging as a discovery under José Mourinho. Since arriving in Florence, Bove has quickly established himself as a key player in Fiorentina's midfield and has been instrumental in the team's strong performances this season.

SERIE A - MATCHDAY 14

Friday

Cagliari - Verona 1-0 (0-0)

/Piccoli 75/

Saturday

Como - Monza 1-1 (1-0)

/Engelhardt 36 - Caprari 53 pen/

Milan - Empoli 3-0 (2-0)

/Morata 19, Reijnders 44, 69/

Bologna - Venezia 3-0 (1-0)

/Ndoye 21 pen, 71, Orsolini 69 pen/

Sunday

Udinese - Genoa 0-2 (0-1)

/Pinamonti 13, Giannetti 68 og/

Parma - Lazio 3-1 (1-0)

/Man 6, Haj Mohamed 53 - Castellanos 81/

Torino - Napoli 0-1 (0-1)

/McTominay 31/

Fiorentina - Inter - suspended

22.45: (5.30) Lecce (3.50) Juventus (1.72)

Monday

22.45: (3.30) Roma (3.50) Atalanta (2.30)

***odds are subject to change***