The Championship match between Rotherham and Birmingham was halted for approximately 30 minutes due to a medical emergency in the crowd at the New York Stadium. The game was paused after eight minutes, with the score at 0-0, and both teams were ushered off the pitch and into the dressing room by the referee, Keith Stroud. Rotherham provided an update via Twitter at 3:30 pm, stating that the affected supporter had been escorted out of the stadium by medical personnel, and expressing gratitude for the understanding and patience of everyone involved. The club also requested that the privacy of the supporter be respected during this difficult time.

Birmingham echoed the sentiment, expressing appreciation for the compassion and patience of all those present and extending their best wishes to those affected. The match resumed at around 3:45 pm with the score still tied at 0-0, after both teams had been given time to warm up. The crowd acknowledged the efforts of the medical professionals, police, and security staff with a heartfelt round of applause for their handling of the incident in the stands. Rotherham further conveyed their gratitude in another tweet, expressing their appreciation for the paramedics, medical professionals, and both sets of supporters for their compassionate response to the challenging situation.

As the match progressed, it was still tied at 0-0 when the half-time whistle blew, while the other 3 pm kick-offs approached their conclusions.