Finland on Saturday won its first game at a major finals as it beat Denmark in a Euro 2020 match. The game was, however, overshadowed by Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsing on the pitch and being rushed to hospital.
The game was temporarily suspended awaiting confirmation that Eriksen was alright but after reports that the player was in a stable condition and awake, the game was resumed later in the evening, ending in a 1-0 win for underdogs Finland.
The Danish Football Union on Sunday said Eriksen's condition was stable.
Downtown Helsinki had an air of anticipation late Saturday afternoon as fans waited for kickoff.
A pre-game get together at Helsinki's Central Railway Station.
Fans of all ages came out to see Finland's men's football team make a historic first appearance at a major finals tournament. Finland has been waiting over 80 years to qualify for either a World Cup or a European Championships.
The game saw no shortage of action before the first-half collapse and resuscitation of Denmark's Eriksen.
The Eagle-Owls preparing to continue the match after learning that Eriksen's condition was stable.
Denmark 0-1 Finland. Fans celebrate **Joel Pohjanpalo'**s goal—the only one of the game.
A celebratory atmosphere took over in Helsinki's Market Square.
Fans cruised Helsinki's harbour area.
