Crystal Palace vs Liverpool delayed after 'medical emergency' in the crowd

Crystal Palace vs Liverpool was delayed in the first half following a medical emergency in the stands at Selhurst Park.

Palace took the lead when Ismaila Sarr turned in from an early corner. But as Liverpool lined up to take a free-kick on the edge of the Palace area, the game was suspended.

Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai and Palace defender Daniel Munoz were key in getting the referee to halt proceedings. Medical staff were quick to rush across the pitch to the stands to give attention to a supporter.

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Crystal Palace posted on X: "There has been a break in play due to an incident in the crowd. Our thoughts are with all those involved."

The game was suspended for around seven minutes. The crowd reacted with a round of applause for the medical staff and the match resumed with Liverpool going close from the free-kick.

Medical staff from both Palace and Liverpool attended to the ill supporter.

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