The World Cup group stage match between the United States and Australia faced an unusual interruption when referee Felix Zwayer went down with cramp. Play was halted in the closing stages of the game as the German official received medical attention.
Referee Receives Treatment on the Pitch
After Zwayer collapsed, his assistant referee assisted him in stretching his leg. Fourth official Katia Garcia then entered the field and provided what appeared to be an energy drink to the stricken referee.
The delay lasted only a couple of minutes. Zwayer was able to recover and continue officiating the match, earning a loud cheer from the predominantly American crowd when he signaled he could carry on.
Match Resumes After Brief Stoppage
The incident occurred in the latter stages of the game, but the referee's quick recovery allowed the match to finish without further interruption. The bizarre scene added an unexpected twist to the World Cup encounter.
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