Monday, June 24, 2024 –Hungary striker, Barnabas Varga has been hospitalised after reportedly breaking 'several bones in his face' after a sickening head clash during Hungary's Euro 2024 match against Scotland.
Hungary manager Marco Rossi revealed after their crucial 1-0 win over Scotland last night that Varga will undergo surgery on a fractured cheekbone he sustained in the incident.
The Group A match was stopped for around
seven minutes after the Hungary forward was knocked to the ground following a
collision with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn in the 67th minute
Varga and Gunn had both challenged for the
ball from a free kick in the penalty area, with the Scotland goalkeeper's elbow
appearing to struck the forward's head.
There was immediate concern on the pitch from the Hungary team, with Varga's team-mates rushing over to assist the striker lying on the floor.
Sheets were placed around Varga as he
was treated, before the 29-year-old was stretchered off the pitch.
The Hungarian football federation
issued an update after the nation's 1-0 win over Scotland to confirm Varga is
stable.
Hungary boss Marco Rossi revealed in
his post-match press conference that Varga will require surgery after
reportedly suffering a fractured cheekbone.
‘The players were saying he looked unconscious so everyone was really worried about his condition and worried about the fact that the doctors arrived late, we can say, but they probably didn't realise it was a dangerous situation,' Rossi said.
‘Thankfully he is not under risk, he will
be operated on here [his cheek].
‘He’s healthy, and that’s the most important thing. If we go through, he is no longer part of the team.’
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