Former England and Tottenham defender Gary Mabbutt, aged 64, is reported to have been taken to hospital after suffering a “serious accident” on the eve of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Multiple outlets cite comments from Mabbutt’s former team-mate and friend, Micky Hazard, who said on Facebook that Mabbutt required medical treatment following the incident. The reported medical issue is a “big blood clot in his calf,” according to Hazard’s post, with outlets describing Mabbutt as being “rushed” to hospital and treated for the condition. While the reports agree on the timing—before the semi-final—and the general nature of the injury, they do not provide further details about how the incident occurred or the specifics of his treatment. The sources focus on the account of the accident and its immediate medical consequences, offering no additional confirmation from hospitals or official statements in the provided text. Mabbutt’s current condition and whether he will return to any public engagements are not detailed in these reports.