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What happened to Fabrice?

What happened to Fabrice?

On March 17, 2012, Fabrice Muamba suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed during the first half of an FA Cup quarter-final match between Bolton and Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane.

How old is Muamba?

33 years (April 6, 1988)
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How is Fabrice Muamba now?

Since that emotional night in London Muamba has completed a sports journalism degree and continues to work for the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) as a delegate in guiding young players. He’s also completed his UEFA coaching badges and currently leads Rochdale’s under-16 side.

What did Fabrice Muamba see?

Former Bolton player Fabrice Muamba said seeing Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen’s collapse brought back painful memories. Eriksen was rushed to hospital after he collapsed on the pitch during a Euro 2020 game against Finland on Saturday.

Did Fabrice Muamba fully recover?

It is less than three weeks since he was released from hospital, less than two months since his cardiac arrest at White Hart Lane in the midst of an FA Cup quarter-final. He is still recovering from the physical trauma, his family from their own agonies.

Did Fabrice Muamba make a full recovery?

The cardiologist treated Fabrice Muamba after the midfielder collapsed on the pitch on the first half of Bolton’s FA Cup quarter-final at Tottenham Hotspur in 2012. Muamba eventually made a recovery after suffering a cardiac arrest during the game.

Has Fabrice Muamba got a pacemaker?

“It’s remarkable when you consider that his heart stopped beating for 78 minutes. “I understand that he had a relatively minor procedure to be fitted with a defibrillator, a pacemaker, because of the risk that he can suffer a cardiac arrest again in the future. “There’s a long way to go in terms of recovering fully.

Who saved Fabrice Muamba?

Former Bolton medic Dr Tobin was one of four men that managed to save the life of Muamba alongside Dr Andrew Deaner, who rushed on as a spectator, Dr Sam Mohiddin and Spurs medic Shabaaz Mughal.

Why did Fabrice Muamba retire?

Bolton Wanderers midfielder Fabrice Muamba has wisely decided to end his football career for health reasons. “Since suffering my heart attack and being discharged from hospital, I have remained utterly positive in the belief I could one day resume my playing career and play for Bolton Wanderers once again.

Who helped Fabrice Muamba?

Dr Andrew Deaner, a cardiologist who helped to save Fabrice Muamba, told Sky Sports: “In many ways, Christian has reacted to CPR and defibrillation in the way we would have expected Fabrice to have. We were really disappointed and surprised that Fabrice didn’t come round so quickly.

Did Muamba play after collapse?

Fabrice Muamba exclusive: I wanted to keep on playing after I collapsed – but my family came first. Unlike Christian, I did not wake up until three days later. From there, although the immediate trauma was over, there were so many more hurdles ahead with tests and counselling.

Did Fabrice Muamba play soccer again?

Fabrice Muamba suffered a cardiac arrest during the first half of Bolton’s FA Cup quarter-final at Tottenham Hotspur in March 2012. He recovered but announced his retirement from professional football six months later, aged 24.

What kind of football player is Fabrice Muamba?

Fabrice Ndala Muamba (born 6 April 1988) is an English retired professional footballer who played for Arsenal, Birmingham City and Bolton Wanderers as a central midfielder.

How did Fabrice Muamba become a naturalised British citizen?

In September 2018, it was revealed that Muamba is coaching the under-16 side at Rochdale while completing his coaching badges. As a naturalised British citizen, Muamba was eligible to play for any of the Home Nations in which he had received three years of full-time education before the age of 18 or lived in for five years.

When did Fabrice Muamba move to Birmingham City?

On 11 May 2007 Muamba made his move to Birmingham City permanent, signing a three-year contract for a fee reported by the club of £4 million. He scored his first goal for the club, a close-range volley from a corner, on 12 March 2008 in a 4–2 defeat at Portsmouth.

When did Fabrice Muamba have a cardiac arrest?

On 17 March 2012, Muamba suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed during the first half of an FA Cup quarter-final match between Bolton and Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane.