Siaka Tiéné, the Montpellier left-back, is facing the possibility of missing the crucial first leg of the 2014 World Cup play-offs with Ivory Coast. Tiéné sustained an injury during a match with his club, and the recovery period is estimated to be at least three weeks, as reported by Midi Libre.
During the match against Evian TG, where Tiéné also received a red card from the bench, he suffered a thigh strain. This incident could lead to disciplinary sanctions. However, more significantly, examinations revealed a muscle lesion in his left thigh, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming key encounter.
The Elephants coach, Sabri Lamouchi, is likely to be concerned about Tiéné’s potential absence. While Arthur Boka has proven himself as a capable replacement, Tiéné’s experience and contributions would be missed in the critical play-off matches.
