Saudi footballer, Fahad Al-Muwallad in intensive care after falling from a balcony in Dubai

Saudi Arabian footballer Fahad Al-Muwallad has been rushed to hospital after falling from a second-floor balcony of his residence in Dubai.

The 30-year-old reportedly fell from the balcony at his home between 9-10am on Thursday. 

He was immediately rushed to Rashid Hospital in Dubai having suffered multiple fractures. 

Local reports suggest that he has been placed in the hospital’s intensive care unit. His current club Al-Shabab confirmed the incident but did not disclose the nature of Al-Muwallad’s injuries. 

A statement from the Saudi Pro League side read: "Fahad al-Muwallad has suffered a health incident that required his hospitalisation in Dubai. We wish him a speedy recovery.”

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