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Footballer's Life Saved by Referee's Quick CPR
7 May
Summary
- A footballer collapsed from cardiac arrest during a match.
- A referee and spectator administered CPR, saving his life.
- Joseph-Daay had a previous heart failure diagnosis in 2019.
A dramatic on-field incident saw footballer Marvin Joseph-Daay collapse due to cardiac arrest during a match at Sol Joel Park in Earley, Berkshire. The Englefield Eagles goalkeeper collapsed while his team was attacking a corner.
His life was saved thanks to the immediate actions of a referee and a spectator, Richard Witt. Witt, who had CPR training from his work with Reading FC's Community Trust, administered chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. This critical intervention occurred before emergency medical services arrived at the scene.
Joseph-Daay, who had experienced heart failure in 2019 but was on medication, expressed deep gratitude. He noted his primary concern was the team's poor form before his collapse. Witt emphasized his relief at being able to assist, stating he was just glad to have made a difference in a rapidly unfolding emergency.
