Nicolas Tagliafico likely to miss Metz v Lyon after ankle knock | OneFootball

Nicolas Tagliafico should miss Lyon's trip to Metz on Sunday after an ankle injury. According to Le Progres, Paulo Fonseca indicated in his press conference that the left-back should sit out.

Around the half-hour at Wankdorf Stadion, clearing in his own box, an opponent's late attempt to challenge caused his ankle to twist. He received prolonged treatment from the physio and club doctor, yet completed the first half.

He was then withdrawn at the interval, with Orel Mangala replacing him. After the win, he boarded the bus wearing a protective boot on his right foot.

Abner has adductor trouble and is a doubt for Sunday's visit to Stade Saint-Symphorien, leaving Lyon uncertain whether they will have a specialist left-back to start.

Ainsley Maitland-Niles is willing to cover on the left if required and is ready to help the team. The situation could hasten a return to the XI for Moussa Niakhaté, who is due back in Lyon on Friday after his Africa Cup of Nations success.

Source: Le Progres