West Ham United defender Konstantinos Mavropanos was stretchered off during the FA Cup third-round match against Queens Park Rangers after suffering a head injury. The incident occurred just before half-time when the 28-year-old collided with a QPR defender's knee while challenging for a corner.
Medical staff treated Mavropanos on the pitch for several minutes before a stretcher was brought on. He was carefully moved and taken down the tunnel, with both sets of supporters applauding. QPR sent a message of support, stating: 'We wish him well.'
Mavropanos was replaced by Pablo Felipe as nine minutes of added time were signalled. During stoppage time, West Ham took the lead through Crysencio Summerville, who fired past QPR goalkeeper Joe Walsh.
West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo had earlier expressed hope that a good FA Cup run could lift spirits after a difficult Premier League campaign. The Hammers entered the match without a win in ten games. Nuno said: 'We’re in a tough situation, but we have to focus on ourselves and look for that win we need.'
