West Ham United’s George Earthy endured a harrowing experience during his Premier League debut, as he was rushed to hospital after a serious injury. The 19-year-old midfielder came on as a substitute in the 82nd minute against Fulham but suffered a horrific clash of heads with teammate Edson Alvarez just three minutes later.

The collision left Earthy requiring oxygen on the pitch as the medical team attended to him. Fulham manager Marco Silva showed immediate concern, and Earthy was down for eight minutes before being stretchered off. He was replaced by Maxwel Cornet and taken to a London hospital in an ambulance. Fortunately, the club confirmed that Earthy was conscious. In a statement, West Ham announced that Earthy would undergo assessment in the hospital.

Manager David Moyes provided an update, stating that Earthy had suffered a head injury but was awake and receiving further evaluation. Earthy’s Premier League debut comes after his Europa League appearance against Freiburg last month. The club and fans have shown their support for Earthy, wishing him a speedy recovery. Fulham also joined in, expressing hopes for his swift return to health.

David Moyes interview to Sky Sports post match

“George [Earthy] has suffered a head injury. He’s awake and has been taken to hospital for further assessment.”

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West Ham United performance and stats

West Ham United is currently 8th in the Premier League with 48 points.

In the last 33 games, it has won 13 times, drawn 9 times, and lost 11 times. In its last match, West Ham United lost 0-2 against Fulham.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 52 goals and conceding 58.​

West Ham United will play the next match in Premier League against Crystal Palace on Saturday 20th of April in London.​

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