NWSL midfielder Savannah DeMelo has filed a lawsuit against Racing Louisville team medical providers, alleging negligence after she suffers a cardiac arrest during a match. The complaint says the episode occurs in the first half of an NWSL game on 14 September 2025, and that she experiences severe physical injuries, including the cardiac arrest itself.
According to reporting, DeMelo’s lawsuit alleges that a heart condition was not properly diagnosed or treated before the game. The Guardian also identifies UofL Health and two physicians as defendants named in the filing, and says the case centers on claims that the medical team failed to act with appropriate care.
Different outlets emphasize different surrounding details. Yahoo Sports focuses on the allegation that an undiagnosed or inadequately managed cardiac issue contributed to the on-field event. The Guardian adds context that Racing Louisville is set to drop UofL Health as its medical partner, indicating a change in the club’s medical arrangements as the legal dispute proceeds.
