Atlético-MG update on Cissé after stamp in Copa do Brasil final

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·9. März 2026

Atlético-MG update on Cissé after stamp in Copa do Brasil final

Atlético-MG announced this Monday that midfielder Mamady Cissé, who suffered a cut on his foot during the first half of the 1-0 defeat to Cruzeiro in the Campeonato Mineiro final, underwent examinations that ruled out a fracture.

Cissé had to be substituted 16 minutes into the first half of the match, which ended in a general brawl. In a clash with left-back Kaiki Bruno, the Galo player was stepped on his right foot, resulting in a deep cut.

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The midfielder received initial treatment at the Mineirão, with cleaning and suturing of the injury.

Check the club's official statement:

🏥 DM Informa Na partida de ontem, o meio-campista Cissé sofreu um corte profundo no dorso do pé direito. Ainda no Mineirão, o atleta recebeu o primeiro atendimento, no qual foram realizadas a limpeza e a sutura da região. Em seguida, ele foi submetido a exames de imagem que
– Montag, 9. März 2026

“In yesterday's match, midfielder Cissé suffered a deep cut on the dorsum of his right foot. At the Mineirão, the player received initial treatment, which included cleaning and suturing the area.

He then underwent imaging tests that ruled out a fracture. This Monday, the player will begin his recovery process at Cidade do Galo.

Get well soon, Cissé!” informed Atlético.

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