Feeling myself: Lutons Tom Lockyer thanks medical staff from hospital bed
The Guardian Luton captain Tom Lockyer has thanked medical staff for their swift and thorough response after collapsing during his sides Championship play-off final victory against Coventry.
The defender fell to the floor while running back during the match and received treatment before being carried off the pitch on a stretcher. The game went to penalties after Jordan Clarks opener was cancelled out by Gustavo Hamer to finish 1-1 after extra time, and the Hatters secured Premier League football for next season with a 6-5 victory on penalties.
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Luton players held up Lockyers shirt throughout their celebrations and the captain posted an update on Instagram.
He said: Well not quite where I thought Id be celebrating at the final whistle! I would just like to say a massive thank you to the amazing physios and doctors at Luton and Wembley for the swift and thorough response. A much scarier moment for everyone else than myself I am sure!
