Concussion Spotters at the Women’s World Cup

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be the first to feature concussion spotters, a move that is being welcomed by many in the football (soccer) world. Concussion spotters are medical professionals who watch matches from a remote location and are trained to identify players who may have sustained a concussion. If a spotter sees a player who they believe has a concussion, they will alert the team doctor and the referee.

Concussions can have serious long-term consequences, and it is important to identify and remove players from play as soon as possible after a concussion occurs. Concussion spotters will help to ensure that players are not put at risk of further injury, and they will also help to raise awareness of concussion among players, coaches, and fans.