Liberato sorry over Froholdt incident: “No intent to hurt” | OneFootball

FC Porto beat Moreirense 2-1 in the fifth round of the Liga Portugal Betclic. However, the match was mainly marked by the blow suffered by Victor Froholdt late on, in a challenge with Guilherme Liberato that forced the Danish midfielder to leave the pitch on a stretcher. The Brazilian player was sent off with a straight red card and later apologized, assuring that he had no intention of hurting his opponent.

The incident took place close to the 90-minute mark, when Liberato struck Froholdt in the head with his elbow during a challenge for the ball. The Danish international immediately lost consciousness and fell to the ground. Although he regained consciousness while still on the pitch, he was eventually carried off on a stretcher. Tests carried out at the hospital confirmed a concussion.

Sent off and visibly emotional, Liberato left the field in tears. Later, in a post on the stories of his personal Instagram account, the 25-year-old midfielder apologized to the FC Porto player and wished him a speedy recovery.

“I was very sad to see you leave on a stretcher, and I sincerely hope you are well. I want you to know that I never had any intention of being unfair or hurting you. It was a play in the game, but that does not lessen my regret over what happened. I know these are difficult moments, and I hope you have not suffered any consequences. I hope to see you back on the pitch soon,” wrote the Brazilian midfielder.

FC Porto later reported that Victor Froholdt is doing well, shows no abnormalities, and was discharged from hospital on Saturday morning. Even so, under UEFA’s concussion protocol, the midfielder will not be able to face Manchester City in the Champions League and remains doubtful for the match against Casa Pia.

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