Former Bournemouth player Wes Fogden has suffered a serious spinal injury during an FA Trophy match, effectively ending his playing career. The 37-year-old Dorchester Town player-coach was injured in the 33rd minute of the tie against Basingstoke on Saturday.
Fogden went down under a challenge, with unconfirmed reports suggesting he was caught by a knee to the head. He received treatment for six minutes before the game was abandoned. Basingstoke confirmed on X that Fogden was safely transported to hospital.
Dorchester released a statement on Sunday revealing that scans showed two fractured vertebrae in his neck, requiring several weeks in a neck collar. The club noted Fogden was conscious and talking when taken to hospital and thanked both teams for their assistance.
Fogden began his career at Brighton & Hove Albion and had multiple spells at Dorchester, as well as playing for Bournemouth and Yeovil. He rejoined Dorchester for a fourth time in 2024. The injury has ended his playing days.
