Arsenal’s Maanum stable after collapsing in Conti Cup final

Arsenal midfielder Frida Maanum is “conscious” and in a “stable condition” after collapsing to the ground in the 95th minute of the Conti Cup final against Chelsea on Sunday, the north London club said .

The Norway international collapsed on the ball at the Molineux Stadium with the score 0-0. A nine-minute delay occurred as the 24-year-old received extensive treatment before being carried away on a stretcher. She was then replaced by Alessia Russo and play resumed.

An Arsenal spokesperson told ESPN: “Frida is conscious, talking and in a stable condition. She will continue to be closely monitored by our medical team.”

Maanum has played for Arsenal since joining the club in 2021. She also has 72 caps for Norway.