EFL clash delayed after medical emergency in crowd during match aired live on Sky Sports

AN EFL clash aired on Sky Sports was delayed after an emergency in the crowd.

Blackpool's League One match against Huddersfield Town was halted in the 16th minute after a signal from the stands.

Blackpool's official social media account released a statement following the stoppage.

It read: "Stoppage in play as a fan in the stadium is being treated for a medical emergency.

"We send them our best wishes."

Play was resumed after seven minutes.

Blackpool's social media account added: "Play has restarted and we wish everyone involved the very best."

The club told SunSport that the supporter was treated by medical staff and went to hospital.

It was also confirmed that they were stable, and the club remains in close contact.

A statement said: "The supporter was treated by medical staff at the stadium and went to hospital.

"We understand they are now conscious and stable, but we will remain in close contact with them."

Fans reacted to the news on social media with many sending well wishes.

One posted: "I hope the fan is ok."

A second wrote: "I hope they are alright."

A third commented: "Thoughts are with those affected."

A fourth said: "Hoping it is nothing serious!"

Another added: "Praying everyone is fine."

At the time of the stoppage Blackpool were leading the match 1-0 thanks to a goal from Rob Apter.

The Tangerines doubled their advantage deep into added time in the first half through Albie Morgan.

However, the Terriers fought back with goals from Joe Taylor and Brodie Spencer to level the match and earn a point.