A match between Bath City FC and Dulwich Hamlet was abandoned yesterday evening, Tuesday 8th November, after a player sustained a serious head injury.
Bath City FC’s Alex Fletcher | Photo © Bath City FC
During the fifth minute of the match, striker Alex Fletcher collided with advertising hoardings at the side of the Twerton Park pitch.
The game was suspended while the player received medical attention.
The National League South match was then called off, with fans being asked to leave the site.
Taking to Twitter, Bath City FC said: “This evening’s game has been abandoned and will be played at a later date.
“Everyone at the club is deeply saddened by tonight’s events and it has been agreed that the game will not resume.
“Our best wishes and thoughts are with Alex Fletcher.”
A joint statement from the parents of Alex Fletcher and the football club on Wednesday morning revealed that he is in a critical condition.
It said: “Unfortunately Alex has sustained a severe head injury as a result of last night’s events.
“He required emergency neurosurgery to stabilise his condition and was then admitted to intensive care where he remains in a stable but critical condition.
“Alex’s family would like to thank everyone for their best wishes that have been sent.”
The 23-year-old striker joined Bath City FC in 2021, and previously played for Plymouth Argyle, Torquay United, Aldershot Town and Tiverton Town.
