Adam Szalai in 'stable' condition after medical emergency in Nations League match

Hungary forward stretchered off after collapsing during game against Greece

Hungary forward Adam Szalai is in a "stable" condition after collapsing during a Nations League match against Greece on Tuesday, the Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ) has said.

The 34-year-old fell to the ground unchallenged during the second half of the game in Athens and was given CPR on the pitch before being stretchered off.

The MLSZ said in a statement that Szalai was taken to hospital, where he is undergoing tests.

"Adam Szalai is in a stable condition," the statement said. "He is conscious and can communicate. Further examinations are underway."

The match was abandoned in the 88th minute, with Greece leading 1-0.

Szalai has scored 26 goals in 85 appearances for Hungary and has played for clubs including Mainz, Schalke and Besiktas.

Teammates and opponents express concern

Szalai's teammates and opponents expressed concern after the incident.

"Our thoughts are with Adam Szalai," Hungary captain Balazs Dzsudzsak said.

"We hope he is okay and that he will make a full recovery," Greece captain Kostas Manolas said.

What is the latest on Szalai's condition?

The latest reports from the Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ) indicate that Adam Szalai is in a stable condition and is conscious and able to communicate.

Szalai is currently undergoing tests in hospital, and further updates on his condition are expected in due course.

What happened during the match?

Szalai collapsed unchallenged during the second half of Hungary's Nations League match against Greece in Athens on Tuesday.

He was given CPR on the pitch before being stretchered off, and the match was abandoned in the 88th minute, with Greece leading 1-0.

What is the Nations League?

The UEFA Nations League is a new international football competition involving the 55 member associations of UEFA.

The competition was created to replace the previous international friendly matches, and it provides teams with more competitive matches and opportunities to qualify for major tournaments.

Who is Adam Szalai?

Adam Szalai is a Hungarian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Swiss club Basel and the Hungary national team.

Szalai has scored 26 goals in 85 appearances for Hungary and has played for clubs including Mainz, Schalke and Besiktas.