ESPN soccer expert Shaka Hislop collapses during Real Madrid vs AC Milan match. Watch video

Shaka Hislop collapsed while providing live coverage of the match between Real Madrid and AC Milan match in California. Working as an analyst for US broadcaster ESPN, the 54-year-old former West Ham goalkeeper suddenly showed signs of being unwell during the broadcast.

Alongside his fellow presenter, Dan Thomas, former Trinidad and Tobago international Shaka Hislop appeared to lose his balance and collapsed while speaking on air. The crew immediately rushed to his aid as Thomas called for assistance. To ensure his well-being, the channel promptly cut to a commercial break.

In a subsequent tweet, ESPN reassured viewers that Shaka was conscious and communicating with medical personnel who had attended to him promptly. The incident occurred amidst temperatures of approximately 30 degrees Celsius in California on that particular Sunday.




In an update at half-time, Thomas said Hislop had apparently recovered after the incident. "My mate, Shaka, not here, but as it stands, it's good news," Thomas told viewers.

"He's conscious, he's talking, I think he's a little embarrassed about it all. He's apologized profusely. Not a man who likes people to make a fuss of him. Obviously far too early to make any sort of diagnosis, but the important thing is, that Shaka's conscious and we spoke to his family as well, because you imagine seeing that happen live," Thomas said.

The exhibition game saw Spanish giants Madrid overturn a 2-0 deficit to clinch a 3-2 win over Milan.

FAQs

Q1. Who is Shaka Hislop?
A1. Shaka Hislop is 54-year-old footballer. He is a former West Ham goalkeeper and Trinidad and Tobago international.

Q2. Who won between Real Madrid and AC Milan?
A2. The exhibition game saw Spanish giants Real Madrid overturn a 2-0 deficit to clinch a 3-2 win over AC Milan.