Injury Upsets Kessie During Al Ahly vs. Al Najma Match
The Ivorian Frank Kessie, midfielder for Al Ahly, displayed clear frustration after leaving the match injured during his team's game against Al Najma on Thursday evening, as part of the sixth round of the Roshen Saudi Pro League.
Kessie left the field at King Abdullah Sports City in Buraidah in the 84th minute after experiencing sudden pain, with his teammate Ziad Al-Jahani replacing him in the lineup.
Anger was evident on the face of the Ivorian star as soon as he sat on the bench, with photographers capturing his agitated features, a scene that caught the attention of his teammates.
One of the coaching staff attempted to calm the player, who could not contain his frustration due to his forced exit, especially since he had been performing exceptionally well before his injury.
Kessie had scored a goal at the beginning of the second half, but French referee Clément Turpin decided to cancel it after reviewing the video technology, citing an offside situation.
Despite Kessie's exit, Al Ahly managed to maintain their lead until the end of the match, securing a valuable victory with a score of 1-0, which raised their points to 12 in the Roshen League standings.
Kessie left the field at King Abdullah Sports City in Buraidah in the 84th minute after experiencing sudden pain, with his teammate Ziad Al-Jahani replacing him in the lineup.
Anger was evident on the face of the Ivorian star as soon as he sat on the bench, with photographers capturing his agitated features, a scene that caught the attention of his teammates.
One of the coaching staff attempted to calm the player, who could not contain his frustration due to his forced exit, especially since he had been performing exceptionally well before his injury.
Kessie had scored a goal at the beginning of the second half, but French referee Clément Turpin decided to cancel it after reviewing the video technology, citing an offside situation.
Despite Kessie's exit, Al Ahly managed to maintain their lead until the end of the match, securing a valuable victory with a score of 1-0, which raised their points to 12 in the Roshen League standings.