Senegal’s Kara Mbodji Hospitalized Mid-Match: Gastroenteritis Confirmed
A wave of concern swept through the Léopold Sédar Senghor Stadium on Saturday as Senegal defender Kara Mbodji was forced to leave the field just 15 minutes into the AFCON 2015 qualifier against Tunisia. The FC Genk center-back was transported to a Dakar hospital by ambulance, prompting widespread speculation among fans and media alike.
🏥 Medical Update
Though head coach Alain Giresse admitted in the post-match press conference that he lacked full details at the time, trusted sources have since confirmed to ATS that Kara had been suffering from gastroenteritis—a condition that can cause headaches, abdominal pain, and general body discomfort.
Kara reportedly had told teammates before kickoff that he wasn’t feeling well, particularly experiencing headaches, which now appear to have been symptomatic of the illness.
🔬 Under Special Care
Kara is now said to be recovering well under the close supervision of Professor Fallou Cissé, the national team’s medical lead, along with top Senegalese specialists. However, his availability for Wednesday’s return leg in Monastir against Tunisia remains uncertain.
⚠️ Other Injury Concerns
Kara isn’t the only worry for Senegal:
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Moussa Sow and
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Salif Sané
are also reported to be dealing with physical issues, adding to Giresse’s selection dilemmas ahead of the crucial fourth qualifier.
Senegal will hope for quick recoveries as they aim to strengthen their bid for AFCON 2015 qualification.
