In a shocking incidence, hospital admissions for heart attacks increased by 25%, in England on the day of and the two days subsequent to England's World Cup defeat in 1998 by Argentina, in a penalty shoot-out.

When strong emotions overwhelm a person, heart attacks can take place. The release of stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol are triggered by powerful feelings. The heart rate blood pressure is increased, shared Dr. Jimmy Lim of the Novena Heart Centre.

The intensity of watching a soccer match can be broken by talking to friends or taking a walk around the house. One should also take a break during commercials.

Dr Lim Yii Hong, a general practitioner and clinical exercise specialist at Myos Medical added that getting too excited can also be physically hazardous. The normal circadian rhythm of the stress hormones can be disrupted by match marathons and the lack of rest, as well as, proper nutrition can prove to be very harmful. A person faces mood swings, which further leads to bouts of anxiety, euphoria and crankiness.

When a favorite team loses in the World Cup match, one can get sad, though, it is rare that a man can go to the extent of falling in depression.