Whitecaps Masato Kudo carted off after horrifying collision with goalkeeper

Vancouver Whitecaps forward Masato Kudo needed medical attention after being involved in a violent collision with opposing goalie Matt Lampson. Kudo was running full speed trying to chase down a pass while Lampson had come out of goal to try to secure the ball. The result was a terrifying collision.

Kudo had blood coming from his mouth and appeared at least dazed if not briefly unconscious. Players on the field immediately called for medical attention. Despite how bad the incident appeared, Kudo was able to stand up before riding on a cart off the field. According to the Whitecaps, Kudo was taken to a hospital for further evaluation and was “alert and aware.”

There wasn’t much Kudo could have done to avoid the contact and it was only made worse as Lampson turned to secure the ball and Kudo ended taking the brunt of the hit. Based on how violent the hit appeared, it’s remarkable he was able to stand on the field and didn’t suffer a very serious injury.