HIBAPRESS – Sport
Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi, the star of Paris Saint-Germain, suffered a serious injury during the match his team lost to Bayern Munich (2-1) on Tuesday evening, as part of the group stage of the Champions League.
In a scene that held breaths inside the "Allianz Arena" stadium, Hakimi fell, affected by a strong intervention from Colombian Luis Diaz, the Bayern striker, and left the field crying amid great concern from his teammates and the Moroccan fans who closely follow his career.
Initial signs: Sprain in the left ankle
French media reports, including "Monte Carlo" radio, reported that Hakimi's injury appears to be a sprain in the high left ankle, which was confirmed by the initial images that the player underwent after the match.
This injury is considered sensitive for players who rely heavily on speed and sprints, which doubles concerns about the potential duration of his absence from the field.
What is the seriousness of the injury and the potential recovery time?
Doctors classify a high ankle sprain into three degrees of severity, which differ depending on the extent to which the ligaments and tissues are affected:
* First degree: Mild, and requires rest ranging from two to five weeks.
* Second degree: Moderate, and the absence period may extend from four to eight weeks.
* Third degree: Which is the most severe, and may keep the player away from competitions for more than three months.
Decisive medical examinations in the coming hours
Achraf Hakimi has not yet undergone the precise medical examinations that will officially determine the severity of the injury. The player is expected to undergo these examinations in the coming hours under the supervision of the medical staff of Paris Saint-Germain.
The results of these examinations will be decisive in determining the duration of his absence and the rehabilitation program he will undergo, amid anticipation from the fans of the Parisian club and the Moroccan fans who hope for his quick return to the field.
