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Copa América 2024 Referee Collapses During Canada vs. Peru

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  • Canada taking on Peru in Copa America
  • Match being played in nearly 100-degree heat
  • Linesman collapses in sunlight in first half

WHAT HAPPENED?

In the first half of Canada’s Copa America clash with Peru, linesman Humberto Panjoj appeared to have collapsed in direct sunlight on the field.

Les Rogues goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau rushed to his aid, and signaled to medical staff that he needed immediate treatment.

According to The Athletic, the temperature at the time of the incident was 91 degrees, felt like 101 degrees, with a humidity of 51%.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Peru Canada Linesman collapse

At halftime of the match, it was announced that the linesman was being treated by medical staff. CONMEBOL have yet to make a statement, and further news has yet to be shared.

He was carted off the field to an applause by fans.

WHAT NEXT?

Panjoj will be evaluated and taken care of by medical staff. The remainder of Canada and Peru will play out.

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