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Savannah DeMelo in Good Spirits After On-Field Collapse; Match Rescheduled. Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo is awake and in good spirits following a medical emergency during Sunday’s game at Seattle Reign. The match was suspended at halftime and will resume Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT without fans in the stadium. DeMelo is undergoing tests at a Seattle-area hospital to ensure her full recovery. The 27-year-old thanked her family and the medical staff for their swift support and care. DeMelo expressed excitement to cheer on her teammates as she continues recovery. During the first half, DeMelo slowly took a seated position and then collapsed while being assisted by teammates. She was diagnosed with Graves’ disease last year, which causes hyperthyroidism, affecting her health this season. Earlier in the season, she left a match due to chest tightness and dizziness related to the condition Racing Louisville head coach Bev Yanez praised the medical personnel, Seattle Reign, and NWSL for their support. The NWSL community has rallied around DeMelo, highlighting the league’s solidarity and care for player health.
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