SFA may introduce heart tests

The Scottish Football Association could implement compulsory heart checks in an effort to reduce the danger of tragedies hitting the game.

SFA may introduce heart tests
Thu, 03 Jan, 2008 - 19:24

The Scottish Football Association could implement compulsory heart checks in an effort to reduce the danger of tragedies hitting the game.

Motherwell captain Phil O’Donnell collapsed and died at the age of 35 after suffering heart failure during Motherwell’s match against Dundee United in the Scottish Premier League on Saturday. His funeral takes place tomorrow.

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