Lisandro Martinez injury as bad as feared in recent update
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Manchester United v Crystal Palace, Premier League, Old Trafford, Manchester. Lisandro Martinez is stretchered off. || Image credit: Imago

Lisandro Martinez injury as bad as feared in recent update

Faruq Ibrahim 23:11 - 03.02.2025

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez ruled out for the rest of the season.

The worst has been confirmed with respect to Lisandro Martinez’s injury, as he is said to have hurt his ACL, which effectively rules him out for the rest of the season. 

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What happened 

As Pulse Sports reported, Manchester United's woes continued at Old Trafford as they succumbed to a 2-0 defeat, their fifth loss in seven home games under Ruben Amorim. 

The afternoon took a turn for the worse in the 77th minute when Lisandro Martinez suffered an injury while attempting to cut off a through ball intended for Ismaila Sarr. Martinez crumpled to the ground in distress, prompting the United medical team to rush onto the pitch and provide immediate attention. 

Manchester, England, 2nd February 2025. Lisandro Martinez of Manchester United, ManU leaves the field on a stretcher injured during the Premier League match at Old Trafford, Manchester. Picture credit: Andrew Yates

With Martinez unable to put weight on his leg, the medical staff were forced to stretcher him off, adding to the growing concerns about his fitness.

Speaking after the match, the Red Devils head coach feared the worst, stating that the situation was serious. The player has now undergone tests that confirm he has hurt his ACL and is effectively ruled out for a considerable amount of time.

Fabrizio Romano relayed the report from TYC Sport, confirming the type and extent of the injury.

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