The pundit says he was really affected by Saturday’s distressing scenes (Pictures: Getty)Rio Ferdinand says he was rocked by Christian Eriksen’s cardiac arrest in Denmark’s Euro 2020 opener against Finland and suggested that the midfielder not play again. Denmark have confirmed he is now in a stable condition and has even been video-calling his teammates, though he remains hospitalised while doctors investigate the cause of his cardiac arrest. Asked if he thinks the Dane will play again, Ferdinand said on his Vibe With Five YouTube show: ‘I don’t think he plays again, I’ve got to be honest. ‘It hits you and just makes you think about life, man, and the importance of really appreciating life and enjoying your life. Ferdinand was particularly shocked by the footage of Eriksen’s partner (Picture: Getty)‘I think they’re saying [it was] a cardiac arrest, I wouldn’t like to jump to conclusions but I think that’s the rumours that I’m hearing.

Source: Metro June 14, 2021 20:48 UTC