An update has been given on the two players involved in a sickening collision with the National League match being abandoned.
The crowd at Eastleigh v Scunthorpe fell silent as play was halted on the 97th minute, scoreline at 1-1, after Eastleigh’s Archie Harris and Scunthorpe’s Jean Belehouan clashed heads.
Both players received on-pitch medical treatment; Harris was briefly unconscious but regained consciousness, given oxygen, and hospitalised.
Eastleigh have since said: “Archie Harris has now been discharged from hospital following a CT scan and several other tests which have come back as all clear. As advised by doctors, Archie will have 48 hours of complete rest before following the concussion guidelines. We are all fully behind Archie during his recovery 💙”
Scunthorpe also said: “Our own Jean Belehouan travelled back on the team coach last night following medical attention at the Silverlake Stadium, with the bus not returning to the Attis Arena until around 6am. Having touched base with JB briefly this morning, he’s feeling much better and thanks everyone for their well wishes and messages.”
Archie Harris has now been discharged from hospital following a CT scan and several other tests which have come back as all clear.
As advised by doctors, Archie will have 48 hours of complete rest before following the concussion guidelines.
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Belehouan, wasn’t unconscious, but had a numb face and was in shock but responded well after being wheeled off the pitch. He returned to the dressing room for further checks.
Scunthorpe manager Andy Butler said to BBC Radio Humberside: Belehouan had not lost consciousness but had a “slightly numb face” and was in a “bit of shock from the impact” but “seemed OK”.
“Football and results are nothing compared to the players’ safety so we wish Archie Harris all the best and we hope he makes a full and speedy recovery,” he added.
“He’s had the best possible care, he’s had the ambulance people and three people around him.”
Archie is conscious and responsive in hospital, very scary but hopefully he will be ok. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers for Arch and Jean.
— Andy Harris (@andyddharris) September 2, 2025
Scunthorpe tweeted: “90+7’ Butler is incensed by a challenge on Jean Belehouan that looks horrendously bad for both players involved. Urgent medical attention needed for both players.
“An ambulance is shouted for as the crowd goes really quiet. Our thoughts are with both the Eastleigh player and Jean Belehouan while they receive treatment as flags are put around the incident while treatment is undertaken.
“The referee tells both sets of players to go to the changing rooms with a number of distraught looks from both sets of players. Our thoughts continue to be with both players as they are treated.
“Belehouan gets to his feet momentarily, but goes back to the floor soon after. There’s a lot of concern in the Silverlake Stadium for both players.
“A sour note to end the game for both teams here at the Silverlake Stadium, as the game is abandoned due to the medical incidents infield.
“Our thoughts continue to be with both players here at the Silverlake Stadium as supporters are asked to leave the venue.
“Jean Belehouan is currently sat up while treatment continues, and is currently responding to our medical staff. He is transferred onto a wheelchair.
“We will allow Eastleigh to report on their player themselves, who we sent our best wishes to.
“JB is taken from the field of play – we send our best wishes for a speedy recovery, and will update supporters as and when appropriate.
“A big thank you to everyone for your support this evening – have a safe journey home.
“Jean Belehouan has returned to the dressing room following treatment and will continue to be assessed and monitored.
At this stage, JB appears to be responding well to testing.
As soon as there are any other updates we will update.”
Eastleigh wrote on their social media: “Play is halted after a serious collision. Paramedics are on the pitch and the stadium drops to silence. Our thoughts are with Archie Harris and Jean Belehouan.
“Full-Time – the game has been abandoned. Once again, the thoughts of everyone at Eastleigh Football Club are with Archie Harris and Jean Belehouan.
“Eastleigh Football Club can confirm that Archie Harris has been admitted to hospital and is conscious and talking. We will provide further updates to supporters in due course. We’re all with you, Archie 💙”
A message from Archie Harris’ family: “Archie is back at home and sleeping now after being discharged from the hospital in the early hours of the morning. He has a banging headache, a lump on his head, and is a little unsteady on his feet but the CT scan came back as all clear, and he will now follow the strict, necessary guidelines towards making a full recovery. Our thoughts remain with Jean Belehouan who we are relieved to hear is feeling better too. We would like to thank the Eastleigh and Scunthorpe supporters, as well as the wider football community, for their support and wishes during this time. We would also like to express our gratitude to all medical teams and officials who attended to both Archie and Jean.”
A message from Jéan Belehouan: “Finally back home and stable. First of all, I want to wish Archie Harris and his family on a speedy recovery. I’m just glad to hear he’s on the mend after last night’s events, and I really do hope he’s okay and back playing soon. I also want to thank everyone at the ground for their incredible support. To the staff, the paramedics, Scunthorpe United, and especially Eastleigh FC for the way they handled everything. I truly appreciate all the kind words and messages from the football community. It means a lot and shows the togetherness our game brings when moments like this happen. Thank you JB”
A message from Archie Harris: Just wanted to let you all know that I’m home now and recovering following last nights match. I have spoken to Jean Belehouan and I’m glad to hear he is also stable and doing well after the scary collision that took place. I would like to thank all of the medical staff that helped both of us from Eastleigh FC, Scunthorpe United, St John’s Ambulance, Paramedics and AFC Bournemouth, Thank you for all the messages of support, it means a lot and I really appreciate it. Hopefully it won’t be too long until I’m back playing again.”
Fans wished both a speedy recovery after an update was given on the players involved in a sickening collision with the National League match abandoned…
@callumjames95: Glad to hear Archie is well both teams should just take the point and move on from this 🤝🤝
@chelsea20284993: Glad to hear Archie is conscious. Sending him well wishes from a Scunthorpe fan
@sufc1899: Great news. All the best for the season lads
@Archie111111111: I have never been so relieved by a tweet before, hope he comes back as soon as possible, all of eastleigh are praying for you Harris 💙🤍
@zac_sufc: Brilliant news good luck for the season lads see you at our place and hope to see Archie there too 👊
@christiansufc: This is fantastic news. One of the most horrific things I’ve seen stood in a football stadium.
@OllieAFCB: Wish Archie the best, great that he’s conscious and talking 🙏
@footballtravs: Wishing all the best to Archie, sounds pretty serious but good to hear a positive update 🙌
@JumbledUpJim: Here’s hoping that both players make a swift and full recovery. Never good to see that.
@unopinionated_t: Glad to hear he is conscious and talking. Thoughts are with you Archie.
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