Evan N’Dicka’s condition is reported to be stable and he is in good spirits following a frightening health episode during Sunday’s match between Udinese and Roma. The defender collapsed on the field due to chest pain and was swiftly attended to by medical staff before being transported to a nearby hospital, as reported by Ansa.
Throughout the ordeal, the 24-year-old remained conscious, and medical professionals quickly determined that his condition was not life-threatening, although investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause. Initial tests have ruled out a stroke, and while a defibrillator was brought onto the field, it was not needed. After spending the night in a nearby clinic, N’Dicka received a visit from the entire Roma team before they departed for their next match against Milan in the Europa League.
The Udinese-Roma match was ultimately abandoned in the 71st minute following discussions between the coaches and the referee, with former Roma player Daniele De Rossi checking in on N’Dicka in the locker room. While early reports offered some reassurance, the decision was made not to continue the match, and fans applauded the choice. The resumption of the match will depend on Roma’s progress in the Europa League, with the score tied at nil-nil at the time of the incident, with Romelu Lukaku responding to an early goal by Roberto Pereyra.
Currently, N’Dicka is undergoing further testing at the Santa Maria della Misericordia hospital, with doctors focusing on potential lung-related issues while keeping all options open for diagnosis.