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Tottenham ace Van der Vaart recalls Muamba collapse

Tottenham ace Rafael van der Vaart says he's been praying for Fabrice Muamba after his collapse on Saturday.

Latest on the Bolton Wanderers midfielder is that he is now showing positive signs of recovery.

Van der Vaart today recalled the event with sadness, telling his official website: "It's almost incomprehensible what has happened.

"(It was) simply horrifying to see such a young player on the ground struggling for his life.

"I was standing about 10 metres from him but I didn't see him fall. It happened behind my back, but when I turned I immediately knew things weren't good.

"At that time all players on the field felt the panic as well. It was horrible to witness, it's the absolute low in my football career.

"I'd like to express my sincere support to the family, team-mates and everyone who is involved with Bolton Wanderers.

"Fabrice, we'll keep praying for you and I hope with all my heart that everything will be all right again."

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