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Francis Kone Reportedly Saves Martin Berkovec's Life in Bohemians vs. Slovacko

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Slovacko striker Francis Kone reportedly saved the life of Bohemians' Martin Berkovec after the goalkeeper fell unconscious during a Czech First League match between the two sides on Saturday.

Berkovec collided with his team-mate Daniel Krch, and Kone reacted speedily to make sure the shotstopper didn't swallow his tongue.

Per Ian Holyman of ESPN FC, both Berkovec and defender Krch were taken to hospital before it was announced that the pair were recovering well.

Berkovec later posted a message on his Facebook page in gratitude to his opponents' actions.