U22 Vietnam breathes a sigh of relief: Tran Thanh Trung has a minor injury
The midfielder born in 2005 tore his shin and needed 5 stitches after a collision in the 10th minute against Becamex TP.HCM; expected to rest for 10 days, in time to join U22 Vietnam to attend SEA Games 33.
U22 Vietnam received positive news: Tran Thanh Trung's injury is not serious. The midfielder born in 2005 only suffered a skin tear on his shin, requiring 5 stitches, no damage to bones or ligaments; he is expected to rest for about 10 days before returning, enough time to participate in the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand according to the medical team's assessment.
10th minute collision: penalty and immediate worry
In the match between Ninh Binh and Becamex TP.HCM in round 9 of V.League, in the 10th minute, Tran Thanh Trung broke into the penalty area and was fiercely tackled by Dinh Khuong, resulting in a penalty for the home team. Although he stood up to play for about 10 more minutes, he had to leave the field, worrying coach Gerard Albadalejo.
Controversy over penalty cards and VAR
After the match, coach Gerard Albadalejo expressed his opinion on the situation: “We were surprised that the referee did not give a red card, even though VAR was used. The Becamex player made an extremely dangerous tackle that caused Thanh Trung to suffer a leg injury.”
Diagnosis and recovery time
Immediately after the match, Thanh Trung was taken to the hospital for examination. The results showed that he only had a torn skin on his shin, requiring 5 stitches, no bone or ligament damage. According to the medical team, a rest and rehabilitation period of about 10 days would be enough for him to return to competition.
- Injury:Torn skin on shin, 5 stitches
- Time of impact:10th minute
- Time of play after collision:About 10 minutes
- Expected time off:About 10 days
- Structural effects:No effect on bones or ligaments
Impact on U22 Vietnam before SEA Games 33
This is news that helps coach Kim Sang-sik and the U22 Vietnam coaching staff temporarily feel secure in the process of finalizing the roster for the 33rd SEA Games. Tran Thanh Trung is considered one of the promising faces of Vietnamese youth football, possessing a modern playing mindset and receiving high praise from coach Gerard Albadalejo.
Recent form: consecutive hits
Thanh Trung's recent form has been remarkable. In the last two matches, he has left a clear mark. In the match against Becamex TP.HCM, he was the one who brought about the penalty for Hoang Duc to score.
Return route
With a positive diagnosis and a short recovery timeframe, Thanh Trung will likely soon return to training, compete for a position and be in time to participate in the plan of U22 Vietnam towards the goal of high achievements at SEA Games 33.
