George Earthy discharged from hospital after sickening collision in West Ham defeat

West Ham youngster George Earthy has been discharged from hospital after suffering a head injury in the defeat to Fulham.

The 19-year-old came off the bench in the 82nd minute against the Cottagers before a sickening collision with teammate Edson Alvarez occurred.

Earthy was concussed and taken to hospital for further tests, but the midfielder is now resting at home, the Hammers have confirmed.

Performance director Richard Collinge said: “George is back home and we will continue to monitor him over the coming days as he completes the graduated return to play programme.”

Earthy was left lying on the pitch and fellow players instantly called for the medical teams to come on and help.

They then rushed onto the pitch and following six minutes of treatment, which included the academy star receiving oxygen, he was placed onto a stretcher.

The stretcher was put on the back of a medical truck which drove him towards the tunnel to receive further attention.

West Ham posted a message of support for Earthy on X.

The post read: “George Earthy receives a head injury and is stretchered off the pitch. We’re all behind you, George.”

Speaking immediately after the game, manager David Moyes said: “George has suffered a head injury.

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“He’s awake and has been taken to hospital for further assessment.”

West Ham were beaten 2-0 by Fulham at the London Stadium with Andreas Pereira scoring both goals for the Cottagers.

However, fans won’t be too concerned with the defeat, as Earthy’s health and recovery will be the focus for many.