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UEFA president taken to hospital

Friday, July 9, 2010

President

UEFA president Michel Platini was taken to a Johannesburg hospital as a precautionary measure after fainting on Friday evening.

UEFA president Michel Platini pictured with FIFA president Joseph Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Group C match between Slovenia and USA at Ellis Park Stadium on 18 June 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa
UEFA president Michel Platini pictured with FIFA president Joseph Blatter at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Group C match between Slovenia and USA at Ellis Park Stadium on 18 June 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa ©Getty Images

UEFA and FIFA have issued the following statement related to UEFA president Michel Platini.

UEFA president Michel Platini fainted on Friday evening after feeling unwell following flu symptoms in the past days. Mr Platini was taken to a Johannesburg hospital for some tests.

Contrary to some media reports, no signs of any heart-related problems have been found and Mr Platini will be kept overnight for observation as a precautionary measure.

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