Vietnam U22 breathes a sigh of relief: Tran Thanh Trung suffers a minor injury.
The midfielder, born in 2005, suffered a torn shinbone requiring 5 stitches after a collision in the 10th minute against Becamex Ho Chi Minh City; he is expected to be out for 10 days, but will be fit to join the Vietnam U22 team for the SEA Games 33.
Vietnam U22 receives positive news: Tran Thanh Trung's injury is not serious. The midfielder, born in 2005, only suffered a skin tear in his shin, requiring 5 stitches, with no bone or ligament damage; he is expected to rest for about 10 days before returning, enough time to participate in the SEA Games 33 in Thailand, according to the medical team's assessment.
Collision in the 10th minute: penalty and immediate worry.
In the Ninh Binh vs. Becamex Ho Chi Minh City match in Round 9 of the V.League, in the 10th minute, Tran Thanh Trung broke into the penalty area and was fiercely tackled by Dinh Khuong, earning a penalty for his team. Although he got up and played for about 10 more minutes, he had to leave the field, much to the concern of coach Gerard Albadalejo.
Controversy surrounding yellow cards and VAR.
After the match, coach Gerard Albadalejo expressed his opinion on the incident: “We were very surprised that the referee did not issue a red card, even though VAR was used. The Becamex player made an extremely dangerous tackle that caused Thanh Trung to suffer pain in his shin.”
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, with no bone or ligament damage. According to the medical team, a rest and rehabilitation process lasting about 10 days should be sufficient for him to return to competition.
- Injury:Tearing of the skin on the lower leg, 5 stitches.
- Time of impact:10th minute
- Time elapsed after the collision:Approximately 10 minutes
- Expected vacation time:Approximately 10 days
- Structural effects:No impact on bones or ligaments.
Impact on Vietnam U22 team ahead of SEA Games 33
This news provides some reassurance to coach Kim Sang-sik and the U22 Vietnam coaching staff as they finalize the squad for the SEA Games 33. Tran Thanh Trung is considered one of the most promising young talents in Vietnamese football, possessing a modern approach to the game and receiving high praise from coach Gerard Albadalejo.
Recent form: a series of impressive performances
Thanh Trung's recent form has been remarkable. In the last two matches, he has made a significant impact. In the match against Becamex TP.HCM, he was the one who earned the penalty that Hoàng Đức converted.
Return route
With a positive diagnosis and a short recovery timeframe, Thanh Trung is likely to return to training soon, compete for a position, and be included in the U22 Vietnam team's plan to achieve high results at the SEA Games 33.
