Football Star Spiked With Needle in Magaluf Club

A young football player's holiday in Magaluf turned into a nightmare when she was deliberately injected with a drug on the stairs of a nightclub. The 18-year-old described feeling a sharp pain followed by a liquid spreading through her body, a consequence of being spiked with GHB and an antidepressant.

Her friends' quick thinking and intervention were crucial. They helped her to the toilet and then back to their hotel, later seeking medical attention. At the hospital, blood tests confirmed the presence of GHB, a powerful sedative known for its memory-erasing effects, and an antidepressant. Doctors also expressed concern about potential blood infections from the needle.

Nearly three weeks after the June 21st attack, the player is undergoing treatment with antiviral medications to prevent HIV or hepatitis. These treatments have left her struggling with fatigue and unable to train with her team, Greenock Morton Women FC. This setback is particularly difficult as she is scheduled to begin a football scholarship at Louisiana State University in the USA next month.

Taylor, who was sober at the time of the attack, shared her experience to warn others. She emphasized the importance of staying with friends and being aware that needle spiking is a method used. Despite the physical and psychological impact, including nightmares and flashbacks, she remains determined to pursue her dream of playing professional football and inspiring younger players.