The victory of Inter Milan over Bologna in Serie A yesterday night was overshadowed by injury to striker Marko Arnautovic, who sustained a left thigh strain during the match.
Marko Arnautovic Suffered The Injury
Italian news outlet FCInterNews reported Arnautovic’s injury, noting that further medical tests will be conducted tomorrow. Additionally, Carlos Augusto was forced off with a calf knock, adding to Inter’s injury worries.
Arnautovic, who came on as a substitute against his former club Bologna, endured a challenging return to the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara. Despite contributing to Inter’s win, the Austrian international faced late-game adversity when he went down holding his left thigh during stoppage time.
Initially, there was uncertainty about the nature of Arnautovic’s injury, with Bologna players suspecting gamesmanship. However, it became evident that the 34-year-old was genuinely injured and had to be substituted due to discomfort.
Inter’s medical staff diagnosed Arnautovic with a strain to the thigh flexor muscles in his right leg. This setback raises doubts about his availability for upcoming fixtures, notably, Inter’s crucial Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid.
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Arnautovic Set to Miss Champions League Clash
Arnautovic’s absence could be a significant blow to Inter’s European aspirations, especially considering his previous contribution to the team’s success in the Champions League.
Despite scoring in the first leg against Atletico Madrid, Arnautovic’s participation in the upcoming fixture now appears doubtful due to his recurring thigh injury.
As Inter prepares to face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, the absence of Arnautovic underscores the challenges ahead for the Nerazzurri in their pursuit of European glory.
Further updates on Arnautovic’s condition and Inter’s injury situation are anticipated as the club navigates through a critical phase of the season.