Manchester United Winger Antony Spotted Wearing Protective Boot Following Europa League Match

During Manchester United's Europa League match against Fenerbahce, Brazilian winger Antony had to be taken off the field after he ended up getting injured during the match. He is currently being assessed for his injury and the extent of it. Antony was spotted leaving Istanbul with a pair of crutches and wearing a protective boot on his left injured leg. Manchester United ended up drawing in their match against Fenerbahce by a score of 1-1 and now stand towards the bottom of the table in the 21st position. 

Antony Spotted Wearing Crutches Following Europa League Injury 

Manchester United winger Antony is being assessed by doctors after injuring his left leg against Fenerbahce in the Europa League.

The Brazil international left the Ulker Stadium in Instanbul on crutches and wearing a protective boot Thursday night.

United manager Erik ten Hag said it would take 24 hours to fully assess the severity of the injury. 

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“It’s really unlucky for him,” Ten Hag said Friday. “I feel real compassion for him, when he worked so hard in training.” 

Antony Got Injured Within Minutes Of Coming On To The Pitch 

Anthony came on as a substitute in the 73rd minute of the 1-1 draw but left the field on a stretcher in the 89th after falling to the ground and holding his left leg. 

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The forward, who signed from Ajax in 2022 after United paid a transfer fee of $95 million, has made only one start and four substitute appearances this season.

United plays West Ham in the Premier League on Sunday when captain Bruno Fernandes will be available, having missed the Fenerbahce game through suspension. 

(With AP Inputs)