Bournemouth - Luton game to be replayed in full after abandonment

The Premier League match between Bournemouth and Luton Town, which was called off on Saturday due to the on-field collapse of Luton captain Tom Lockyer, will be replayed in its entirety, the league announced on Wednesday.

The match was called off in the 59th minute due to Lockyer's cardiac arrest. Following consultation with relevant parties, it will be rescheduled for later in the season.

"The League would like to thank the medical staff and all those involved for their swift actions in responding to what was an extremely upsetting situation for everyone," the Premier League said in a statement.

"We wish Tom a continued recovery and our thoughts are with him, his family and all those at Luton Town FC."

On Sunday, Luton stated that Lockyer was undergoing tests and awaiting results before determining the next steps in his recovery.

When the 29-year-old Wales international collapsed, the score was 1-1. Players and Luton Town manager Rob Edwards acted quickly to seek medical attention. The crowd applauded as Lockyer was carried away on a stretcher.

On May 27, the centre back also collapsed during Luton Town's promotion playoff final win over Coventry City. He spent five days in the hospital and underwent surgery to correct atrial fibrillation before returning to pre-season training after doctors gave him the all-clear.

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