Angel City FC says Savy King had successful heart surgery

Angel City Football Club said defender Savy King underwent surgery on Tuesday for a heart abnormality following a “thorough” examination by doctors, after collapsing during Friday night’s game against the Utah Royals.

The club said King, 20, was admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Saturday morning after being treated at California Hospital Medical Center on Friday night.

“She is now resting and recovering surrounded by her family, and her prognosis is excellent,” the team said in a statement.