Bath City player Alex Fletcher required emergency neurosurgery after colliding with an advertising hoarding in the fifth minute of the National League South game against Dulwich Hamlet on Tuesday night.
The game was abandoned with Fletcher requiring lengthy medical attention on the pitch.
Fletcher’s parents and the club released a statement on Wednesday morning which said: “Unfortunately Alex has sustained a severe head injury as a result of last night’s events. He required emergency neurosurgery to stabilise his condition and was then admitted to intensive care where he remains in a stable but critical condition.
“Alex’s family would like to thank everyone for their best wishes that have been sent.”
The club then said: “No further comments will be added at this stage and we ask you to respect the family’s privacy.
“Everyone at Bath City is sending their unconditional love and support to Alex and his loved ones.”
On Tuesday night, Dulwich tweeted: “Due to the serious injury sustained by Alex Fletcher, both teams have agreed to abandon the game.
“For now the most important thing is the safety and recovery of Alex, and from everyone connected with Dulwich, we wish him a speedy and full recovery.”
A statement from the parents of Alex Fletcher and Bath City Football Club. pic.twitter.com/RkPASZql8i
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