Sunday, November 23, 2025 - Millwall defender Zak Sturge was taken to hospital after suffering a head injury during a match at Portsmouth. The incident occurred when the England Under-18 international was struck directly in the face by a powerful cross from Pompey midfielder Terry Devlin. The ball was hit from just four yards away, delivering a sickening blow that snapped Sturge’s head back and immediately halted play.
Referee Michael Salisbury stopped the match in the 32nd
minute as medical staff from both sides rushed onto the pitch. Sturge remained
on the ground as physios assessed his condition, and after a four-minute delay
he was stretchered off and taken straight to a waiting ambulance. Supporters
from both clubs at Fratton Park applauded the young defender as he was carried
away.
Portsmouth later sent a message of support on social media,
writing: “Sending our best wishes to the Lions’ defender.” Fans across the EFL
also reacted with concern online, posting messages such as “Best wishes,” “Hope
he’s good,” “Oh no!”, “Hope he’s well,” and “Very unlucky.”
Sturge, who joined Millwall with high expectations following
his rise from youth football, had been playing at left-back before the
incident. His condition has not yet been officially updated, but Millwall are
expected to release further information as soon as hospital assessments are
completed.
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