Djibril Sidibé’s night in the Champions League against BATE Borisov was indeed eventful, experiencing the highs of scoring a goal and the lows of being excluded and sustaining an injury.
The Lille full-back initially made a significant impact by opening the scoring with a superb strike, contributing to the team’s performance. However, the situation took a turn for the worse when Sidibé received a second yellow card and was subsequently excluded in the 74th minute.
To add to the challenges, Sidibé suffered a sprained ankle during the match. Returning to France on crutches indicates the severity of the injury, though the exact duration of his unavailability is yet to be determined.
It’s a reminder of the physical toll football can take on players, and Lille will likely assess the extent of Sidibé’s injury to determine the course of action for his recovery.