Flamengo loanee suffers head trauma | OneFootball

Carlinhos is on loan to Athletic until the end of 2026; player suffered facial fractures after a head collision

Striker Carlinhos, who belongs to Flamengo, suffered a serious injury during the match between Athletic and Juventude in Série B. Loaned to the Minas Gerais club until the end of 2026, the player had to leave Alfredo Jaconi Stadium by ambulance after a head collision.

In addition, Athletic confirmed this Monday (14) that Carlinhos suffered a traumatic brain injury. The tests carried out on the player showed fractures in the facial area, but, for now, there is no indication for immediate surgery.

Carlinhos is conscious and out of danger

Despite the severity of the trauma, Athletic said that Carlinhos is doing well, conscious, and out of danger. However, the striker remains under the supervision of the medical staff, who will assess how his condition develops and determine the next steps.

Starting for Athletic against Juventude, Carlinhos suffered the impact in the first half. The center forward collided heads with goalkeeper Gabriel Pinheiro and then began bleeding.

Because of this, Athletic activated the concussion protocol. The player received medical attention on the pitch and later left the stadium by ambulance to undergo tests and receive the necessary care.

Athletic coach laments the situation

After the match, coach Alex commented on Carlinhos’ situation and revealed that he received an update on the striker while still in the locker room. According to the coach, the player suffered a fracture in one of the bones in his face.

“It was serious. They just gave us the news. He fractured a bone in his face and is staying here in Caxias to undergo the procedure the doctors will determine,” Alex said.

Even amid the concern over the center forward, Athletic managed to beat Juventude away from home. However, the win ended up taking a back seat because of the player’s medical issue.

Carlinhos stood out for Nova Iguaçu

Carlinhos joined Athletic in July on loan from Flamengo, with a deal running until December 2026. Before that, the striker gained national attention during the 2024 Campeonato Carioca.

In that state championship, the center forward was one of Nova Iguaçu’s standout players. In total, Carlinhos scored nine goals in 14 matches and helped the Baixada Fluminense club reach the Campeonato Carioca final.

His performances therefore caught Flamengo’s attention. Still in 2024, the Rubro-Negro completed the signing of the striker, who was later sent out on loan to gain more playing time and experience.

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