During the second half of the match between Udinese and Milan, French goalkeeper Mike Maignan was forced off the pitch after a violent clash with teammate Jimenez. The incident occurred in the 53rd minute, when Maignan went outside his area to stop a Udinese move, but accidentally collided with Jimenez, sending both of them to the ground.
Maignan remained lying and motionless, causing great concern among players and fans.
The medical staff intervened immediately, and after initial assessments, the goalkeeper was taken off the field on a stretcher and transported to hospital for further examinations. According to reports, Maignan is conscious, but has suffered trauma. His condition will be closely monitored in the coming days.
Marco Sportiello came in instead. Meanwhile, the stadium, which had previously booed Maignan every time he touched the ball, greeted him with applause as he left the field, writes Italian newspaper Gianluca Di Marzio.
This incident comes less than a year after a previous episode at the same stadium, where Maignan was the victim of racist abuse from Udinese fans, which led to the temporary suspension of the match and sanctions against the home club. (A2 Televizion)
A2 CNN Livestream
MUND TE LEXONI GJITHASHTU
