Tragic incident in the RKC Waalwijk Ajax match! Etienne Vaessen was hospitalized and the match was suspended

In the seventh week of the Dutch 1st League Eredivisie, Ajax played away against RKC Waalwijk. As the match continued with Ajax winning 3-2, RKC Waalwijk goalkeeper Etienne Vaessen was hospitalized following his encounter with Brian Brobbey.

In the 84th minute of the match, Brian Brobbey received the ball in the area. Brian Brobbey, who opened the ball too wide, collided with goalkeeper Etienne Vaessen. He then stepped on the goalkeeper’s head with the boot of Brian Brobbey, who was trying to jump over Etienne Vaessen.

After the situation, Etienne Vaessen remained motionless on the ground. Etienne Vaessen, whose first aid was provided on the field, was taken by ambulance to hospital. After the tragic incident, players from both teams burst into tears. The match referee did not play the remaining minutes.

It was learned that the 28-year-old Waalwijk goalkeeper is in serious condition.