– Christian Eriksen marked a triumphant return to the European Championship by scoring in Denmark’s opening Group C match, which ended in a 1-1 draw against Slovenia on Sunday. This game held special significance for the Manchester United midfielder, as it was his first appearance at the Euros since suffering a cardiac arrest during Denmark’s opener in the previous tournament in 2021. Eriksen opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a precise finish into the corner of the net, giving Denmark an early lead in Stuttgart.
The goal was a poignant moment for Eriksen and his supporters, symbolizing his remarkable recovery and return to top-level football. Slovenia equalized in the 77th minute when Erik Janza’s shot took a significant deflection, leaving Denmark goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel with no chance to save it. Despite the setback, Eriksen’s contribution was a highlight for the Danes in an otherwise evenly matched game.
It has been exactly 1,100 days since Eriksen’s collapse on the field at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, during Denmark’s match against Finland. The incident was a terrifying moment for players and fans alike, as medics urgently administered chest compressions before Eriksen was carried off on a stretcher. The traumatic event cast a shadow over the tournament but also highlighted the unity and resilience of the football community.
After being fitted with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator, Eriksen made his return to professional football in .