Football star rushed to hospital with serious head injury before fans pray for speedy recovery

FOOTBALL star Peter Ojemen suffered a serious head injury during Dover Athletic's clash with Yeovil Town.

There was a break in play as the 22-year-old received treatment.

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After nine minutes on the pitch, Ojemen was stretchered off but was conscious.

Dover confirmed at the end of the game that he had been sent to hospital for more checks.

A statement read: "Peter Ojemen is well and in hospital awaiting the relevant scans and tests.

"We’d like to thank the @YTFC staff and paramedics for their help and quick response during the game 🤝.

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"Wishing you a speedy recovery Pete. #OneTownOneTeamOneDover ⚪⚫️."

Yeovil Town commented on the post from their official account.

It said: "Everyone at Yeovil Town Football Club wishes Peter all the best during his recovery."

Fans wished the star a speedy recovery on social media.

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One posted: "Wishing you a speedy recovery."

A second wrote: "Wishing you a speedy recovery Peter."

A third commented: "Black and white army are with you."

Another said: "This is great news to hear about Dover Athletic defender @PeterOjemen3, who was stretchered off in today’s match at Huish Park.

"On behalf of all #YTFC supporters, we wish you a speedy recovery."

Yeovil went on to win the game 2-0 in the sixth-tier clash.

The two sides both play in the National League South.

More to follow...