The medical team that saved Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen's life during the European Championship in June will receive the UEFA President's Award, Europe's soccer governing body announced on Tuesday.

Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's opening loss to Finland and was given life-saving treatment on the field before being taken to the hospital.

Denmark's doctor and physiotherapist, as well as team captain Simon Kjaer, who initiated cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on Eriksen, are also being honoured.

???? This week, Denmark captain Simon Kjær and the medical team that saved the life of Christian Eriksen will receive the 2021 UEFA President’s Award.#UEFAawards

— UEFA (@UEFA) August 24, 2021

"This year's President's Award transcends football," said UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin in a statement.

"It serves as an important and eternal reminder of how precious life is, and it puts everything in our lives into the best possible perspective."

Eriksen has since had a pacemaker implanted, which can prevent fatal cardiac arrests by delivering a jolt to restore a normal heart rhythm.

A message from Christian Eriksen to the UEFA President's Award winners: "I would like to thank Morten [Skjoldager], Morten [Boesen] and the medical team who helped in Parken on 12 June. You did a fantastic job and saved my life." #UEFAawards pic.twitter.com/lrQPRdI3IY

— UEFA (@UEFA) August 24, 2021

However, his future in the game is uncertain, as Italian regulations prohibit the 29-year-old from playing for his club Inter until the device is removed.

"You did an amazing job and saved my life," Eriksen said in a message to the medical personnel involved.

"I'd also like to thank my friend and captain Simon, as well as my teammates in the Danish team, for your help on June 12 and afterwards."

Edited - SportsAction / Inputs - Agency