A NON-LEAGUE clash was dramatically abandoned after two players were rushed to hospital following a sickening head injury.
Christian Dibble was left needing urgent medical treatment during Kidderminster Harriers’ clash with Radcliffe FC on Saturday afternoon.
The terrifying incident occurred in the 78th minute, with play immediately halted as medical teams from both sides rushed onto the pitch.
Dibble remained down receiving treatment, sparking major concern among players, staff and supporters inside the ground.
Radcliffe later issued an update on social media as the situation unfolded.
They said: “Christian Dibble remains on the ground and is being seen to by both medical teams. We hope to provide further updates when we receive them.”
But with the seriousness of the situation becoming clear, officials made the decision to abandon the match entirely.
Radcliffe confirmed the game would not continue following the distressing scenes.
In a further statement, the club said: “This afternoon’s game has been abandoned due to an injury to Kidderminster goalkeeper Christian Dibble. We wish him a very speedy recovery.”
The statement also revealed another player had been caught up in the incident.
Joe Foulkes was also taken to hospital following the clash.
Both players were transported by ambulance as emergency services responded quickly to the scene.
Radcliffe added: “Some things are bigger than the game we all love.”
They continued: “Kidderminster’s Christian Dibble and Joe Foulkes have both been taken away in an ambulance.”
The club also thanked paramedics for their rapid response during the emergency.
Supporters from both sides have since sent messages of support to the injured players.
Concern remains high as fans await further updates on their conditions.
It brought a sobering end to what had been a competitive encounter before the incident.
And it served as a stark reminder that player safety always comes first — above everything else in football.
