Christian Eriksen confirmed he is home now and “doing well” after collapsing in Denmark friendly against Ukraine in Odense. The 65th‑minute incident forced officials to abandon the match, and on‑field medics fitted the midfielder with his implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to halt a dangerous rhythm. Eriksen’s Instagram post reassured publicly fans that the episode differed from his 2021 cardiac arrest.

The Danish side lost the chance to complete the test match, leaving both squads short of valuable preparation ahead of the Euro qualifiers. Eriksen, now playing for Wolfsburg after stints at Brentford and Manchester United, thanked the medical crew and highlighted his ICD’s successful intervention. He added that recovery has begun and he will currently focus on family time and light football with his children.

Eriksen’s swift return eases concerns about Denmark’s midfield options, as the team relies on his vision and set‑piece prowess for upcoming fixtures. While the friendly result remains a footnote, his health update removes a lingering doubt that has shadowed the national squad since 2021. Denmark can now plan its international tactics without waiting for further medical clarification.