Former Bournemouth and Brighton midfielder Wes Fogden sustained two fractured vertebrae in his neck during an FA Trophy match over the weekend. The incident occurred while Fogden was playing for Dorchester Town against Basingstoke Town, leading to the game being called off.
Dorchester Town provided an update on Fogden’s condition, confirming that the match would be rescheduled for Tuesday evening after its abandonment due to the serious injury. The club expressed gratitude to both teams for their assistance and care for Fogden on the field before he was taken to the hospital.
Numerous football clubs and fans have expressed messages of support for Fogden, wishing him a speedy recovery. Fogden, a seasoned midfielder with over 500 career appearances for various league and non-league teams, received well-wishes from his former clubs like Bournemouth and Yeovil Town.
Dorchester Town, competing in the Southern League Premier Division, entered the FA Trophy during the third qualifying round. Last year’s FA Trophy champions were Aldershot Town, who triumphed over Spennymoor Town in the final. The upcoming season promises more than 1,400 live matches across the Premier League and EFL, as Sky has reduced the price of its Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle.
Sky will broadcast a minimum of 215 live Premier League games in the upcoming season, a significant increase from previous years. Stay updated with the latest news by selecting Daily Mirror as your ‘Preferred Source’ on Google News for convenient access to valuable information.