Former England football icon Stuart Pearce is doing well as he recuperates from a recent health issue.
The legendary player and ex-manager became unwell on a flight from Las Vegas to London Heathrow this Monday.
Talksport’s lead football commentator Sam Matterface provided an update on Pearce’s condition today.
“I spoke to him yesterday, and he was in great spirits,” Matterface said.
“He’s not at 100 per cent – that’s definitely true.
“But he’s in the right place in the hospital. They are taking care of it.”
“He’s a little disappointed about missing events. He mentioned, ‘I’ve had to cancel so much. There are great games and Mumford and Sons are playing next Wednesday night, and I can’t go!’”
Stuart’s flight was redirected to St John’s in Canada, where he was quickly taken to a nearby hospital after falling ill.
The Virgin Atlantic crew connected the 62-year-old pundit to a monitor at 10,000 feet while other passengers watched.
Pearce had traveled to Vegas to watch his favored Warrington Wolves play Wigan Warriors.
A source mentioned that “Stuart’s discomfort seemed to worsen as the flight progressed.”
“He was constantly adjusting his position in his seat to get comfortable.”
“It became very clear that the situation was serious.”
“The crew and passengers with first aid training were fantastic.”
“He received the best possible care under the circumstances and was very thankful to everyone involved, and for the plane being diverted to Canada.”
The remaining 225 passengers were subsequently flown to Heathrow, arriving at 6:15 pm on Monday—six hours behind schedule.
