Angel City’s Savy King Hospitalized After On-Field Collapse

Angel City FC defender Savy King, 20, collapsed in the 74th minute of an NWSL match against the Utah Royals and reportedly received chest compressions from medical staff before being stretchered off and transported to a hospital, where she was confirmed to be responsive and under evaluation. Both her family and club medical staff accompanied her, and the incident prompted post-match prayers at midfield from both teams. Assistant coach Eleri Earnshaw highlighted teammate Megan Reid’s efforts as a trained paramedic in calming the team and praised the collective response of players and staff. Utah coach Jimmy Coenraets questioned the decision to resume play after the medical emergency, citing the emotional impact on players. King, acquired from Bay FC earlier this year, has started all eight games for Angel City this season and was previously the second overall NWSL draft pick. The NWSL community has expressed broad support for King following the incident.