Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was forced off the pitch after suffering a facial injury during the match against Monaco on Wednesday. The incident left Donnarumma bloodied and prompted immediate medical attention. Now, many are concerned about what exactly happened.
Here’s a closer look at Donnarumma’s injury.
How did Gianluigi Donnarumma get injured?
Gianluigi Donnarumma sustained a facial injury during the team’s 4-2 Ligue 1 victory over Monaco on Wednesday. The incident occurred in the 17th minute when Donnarumma was struck in the face by the cleat of Wilfried Singo. Singo, whose shot had been blocked, attempted to leap over the sliding goalkeeper but inadvertently kicked him in the face. The impact left Donnarumma with a cut below his right eye and a bloodied face.
Donnarumma remained on the ground while receiving medical attention. The images from the scene showed the extent of the injury, which appeared to be bloodied and serious. After being treated, Donnarumma was replaced by Matvei Safonov. Following the match, PSG confirmed in a statement that Donnarumma had suffered facial trauma and multiple cuts.
The statement read: “Gianluigi Donnarumma will return to Paris with the team this evening after suffering a facial trauma with multiple cuts. He will undergo medical examinations tomorrow and will have to rest for several days.” (via ESPN)
When will Gianluigi Donnarumma return to play for PSG?
As of now, there is no confirmed timeline for Gianluigi Donnarumma’s return to play for Paris Saint-Germain. However, the latest update indicates that the goalkeeper will be sidelined for several days following his facial injury. PSG’s upcoming match in the French Cup against Lens is expected to see Donnarumma absent from the lineup on Sunday. Following this, the team will enter a winter break before returning to play on January 5, 2025.
Despite the severity of the incident, referee Francois Letexier did not issue a card to Wilfried Singo, who had already been warned earlier in the match. PSG head coach Luis Enrique refrained from criticizing the referee after the game. Enrique said, “The refereeing decisions? I can’t do anything, I couldn’t see the action, but when you see an action like that it’s always difficult. The players don’t intend to hurt. It’s difficult to referee this kind of match, I’m not talking about the refereeing work.”
