The NWSL Players Association has demanded that the league update its policy on game postponements in the wake of a medical event during Angel City's win over the Utah Royals on Friday, with defender Savy King later undergoing surgery to correct a heart abnormality.

Angel City defender Savy King has undergone successful heart surgery, the club confirmed Tuesday, after she collapsed during a National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) match on Friday.

Angel City FC defender Savy King underwent successful surgery Tuesday, following her on-field collapse during a match on Friday, the team said.