Update on Steve Mandanda’s Injury:
Key Points:
- Injury Details:
- Incident: Steve Mandanda, the goalkeeper for Olympique de Marseille, was injured in the 19th minute of the last Ligue 1 match against Guingamp due to a collision with Guingamp striker Yatabaré.
- Initial Diagnosis: Following initial examinations at the hospital, Mandanda was diagnosed with a stable crack in the first cervical vertebra.
- Neurological Health: Marseille club doctor Christophe Baudot confirmed that there is no neurological issue associated with the injury.
- Current Status: Mandanda has been fitted with a cervical collar (neck brace) and has been transported back home.
- Next Steps:
- Specialist Opinion: Mandanda will receive a specialized medical opinion on Monday morning at La Timone to determine the extent of the injury and the time needed for recovery.
- World Cup Status: The assessment on Monday will also shed light on Mandanda’s participation in the upcoming World Cup in Brazil. He is currently among the 23 players selected by Didier Deschamps for the French national team.
Tags: Steve Mandanda, Injury Update, Ligue 1, Hospitalization, World Cup, Brazil 2014, OM, Yatabaré, Cervical Vertebra Injury
