Shock in Leverkusen: Bayer star substituted after clash | OneFootball

In the Leverkusen BayArena, the final minutes of the first half in the match against Union Berlin, with the score at 1-0 for the home team, were overshadowed by a shocking moment. Grimaldo collided with teammate Kofané after a corner, was hit by his elbow, and remained lying on the pitch. Initially, he appeared at least dazed, if not unconscious – he also suffered a laceration.

He was treated on the field for several minutes before being carried off on a stretcher. However, on the way off the field, it was apparent that the Leverkusen player was conscious and talking with the medics. Nonetheless, he could not continue. Until halftime, Leverkusen played with one player less – after the break, Arthur is likely to take Grimaldo's place.

While the Spaniard was being treated on the pitch, whistles and boos could be heard from the Union fan section. Steffen Baumgart addressed the issue and whistled at his own supporters to stop. With gestures, he made it clear to them that this reaction was inappropriate at that moment.

Successfully: Shortly afterward, the whistles and shouts from the away section almost completely subsided.

A few minutes after this incident, the teams went into the locker rooms with the Werkself leading 1-0.

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