AC Milan fans are holding their breath after star winger Rafa Leao suffered a calf injury during their Coppa Italia match. The Portuguese international, who scored a stunning header to give Milan an early lead, was forced off the pitch just minutes later after feeling discomfort in his right calf.
A Bitter-Sweet Victory
The game started brightly for Leao, who expertly connected with a Tomori cross to put Milan ahead. However, the joy was short-lived. After celebrating his goal, Leao appeared to pull up lame, signaling to the bench that he needed to be substituted.
The Milan medical staff immediately attended to Leao, but the decision was quickly made to replace him with Gimenez. The extent of the injury is currently unknown, but the fact that Leao was unable to continue playing is a cause for concern.
What's Next for Leao?
Leao will undergo further medical assessment in the coming days to determine the severity of the injury. Milan fans will be anxiously awaiting the results, as Leao is a key player in their squad.
The injury comes at a crucial time for Milan, with the league season set to begin next Saturday. Leao's potential absence would be a significant blow to their chances of getting off to a strong start.
- Medical tests scheduled for the coming days.
- Potential impact on Milan's league campaign.
- Fans anxiously awaiting updates on his condition.
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