The Premier League match between Newcastle United and Tottenham was halted in the first half due to a medical emergency in the crowd at St James’ Park.

The game came to a halt in the 40th minute, with Spurs leading 2-1, after referee Andre Marriner was alerted to the incident by players and supporters.

Both sets of players walked to the sidelines as emergency crews attended the person in the East Stand, with Newcastle’s club doctor Paul Catterson seen carrying a defibrillator.