It was a tense and concerning moment for Richmond Yiadom-Boakye, one of Ghana’s in-form strikers, during the Elche-Granada match in La Liga on Saturday. In the 56th minute of the game, with Granada leading 1-0, Yiadom-Boakye suffered a severe blow to the head in a collision with the opposing goalkeeper, Roberto.
The incident unfolded on a long ball, resulting in a collision that left both Yiadom-Boakye and the goalkeeper on the ground. Immediate assistance was provided as Yiadom-Boakye appeared visibly stunned and unconscious. After receiving initial on-field first aid, he was swiftly taken to the hospital.
As of the latest updates, no specific details about his condition or a definitive diagnosis have been provided. Richmond Yiadom-Boakye, who is on loan from Juventus, had been performing well in La Liga, scoring two goals in the competition, including one in his debut match. The football community awaits further information on his health and recovery.