Italian footballer suffers fatal heart attack on pitch in front of fans in tragic repeat of Fabrice Muamba's collapse

An Italian footballer collapsed on the pitch and died from a heart attack in front of horrified teammates and supporters last night.

Former under 21 international Piermario Morosini, 25, who played for Livorno, was seen to tremble before falling to his knees and then to the ground midway through the first half.

Frantic players from both sides attracted the referee's attention as medics from Livorno rushed onto the pitch to give the player heart massage.         Read More