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Brighton Defender Van Hecke Hospitalized After Scary Head Injury

4/20/2025

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Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke endured a frightening head injury during the match against Brentford, needing oxygen and a neck brace before being carried off on a stretcher. The game halted for 13 tense minutes. Despite the scare, Brighton fell 4-2, landing them in tenth place in the Premier League. Thankfully, van Hecke has been discharged from the hospital.

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Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke endured a frightening head injury during the match against Brentford, needing oxygen and a neck brace before being carried off on a stretcher. The game halted for 13 tense minutes. Despite the scare, Brighton fell 4-2, landing them in tenth place in the Premier League. Thankfully, van Hecke has been discharged from the hospital.