This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. Turkey's under-21 team coach, Egemen Korkmaz, collapsed on the sidelines during the match against Croatia at Opus Arena and was transported to the hospital in critical condition, according to local media. The shocking incident occurred around the 32nd minute of the game, shortly after Tiknaz, a midfielder from SC Braga, received a second yellow card and was sent off. Korkmaz was approaching the referee to protest while removing his jacket when he slipped on the wet pitch and fell, hitting his head. The coach lay motionless on the ground, creating a tense silence in the stands. His players immediately surrounded him while emergency medical teams provided first aid on-site for several minutes. Despite being conscious when placed on the stretcher and transported to the ambulance, his condition is considered critical. Two ambulances remained outside the stadium, where resuscitation attempts were made before transport to a hospital in Osijek. Following the incident, the match was interrupted. The Turkish players returned to the locker room to await news about their coach's health. The future of the match is uncertain, and it is highly unlikely that it will resume on Tuesday. The latest information indicates that if it does not take place, it will also not be played in the next 24 hours, necessitating the finding of a new date.
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