Stuart Pearce is in “great spirits” after the former England defender suffered a medical emergency on a flight, says Talksport commentator Sam Matterface.
The Sun reported, external Pearce was travelling on a Virgin Atlantic flight from Las Vegas to London last Sunday when he fell ill.
The newspaper says he is recovering in hospital in St John’s, Canada, where the plane was diverted to after he had received treatment on board from staff and medically-trained passengers.
Talksport, for whom the 62-year-old works regularly as a pundit and co-commentator, provided an update on his condition, external during coverage of Nottingham Forest’s Premier League home game against Manchester City on Saturday.
Pearce played for and managed both clubs involved in the 12:30 GMT kick-off.
There was applause from supporters after three minutes – the number he wore during his career – at the City Ground, along with a message displayed on screens inside the stadium which read: “Get well soon Stuart.”
Forest posted “Psycho” on X, referencing his nickname, alongside a love heart.
“I spoke to him yesterday [Friday] and he was in great spirits,” said Matterface.
“He isn’t 100% – that is definitely the case. But he’s in the right place in the hospital. They’re dealing with it.
“He’s a little bit disappointed about not being here today. He actually said to me: ‘I’ve got so much I’ve had to cancel – great games, and Mumford and Sons are playing next Wednesday night and I can’t go.'”
Presenter Reshmin Choudhury added: “We send our best wishes to him, his partner and all the family from everyone here at Talksport. We can’t wait to have him back when he’s ready.”
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