Nature of Coman and Mukhtar Ali's injuries after the Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr classic

Al Nassr and Al Ittihad have received concerning blows after the classic match, as Kingsley Coman and Mukhtar Ali suffered injuries during their encounter in the 5th round of the Saudi Pro League.

Physiotherapist Thamer Al-Shahrani has provided an initial assessment of the duo's condition, detailing the nature of their injuries and the expected duration of each player's absence until the medical test results are available.

Al-Shahrani has confirmed that Kingsley Coman suffered a hamstring injury during a quick sprint in the match, noting that the final diagnosis will determine the nature of the injury and the length of absence.

He added that the absence of the Al Nassr player could range between 10 and 14 days if tests confirm a muscle tear, while the duration may be shorter if the injury is limited to a muscle strain.

Regarding Mukhtar Ali, Al-Shahrani explained that the Al-Ittihad player suffered an injury to his adductor muscle and could be out for two to five days if the injury is just a muscle strain.

It was pointed out that Mukhtar Ali could be absent for 10 to 14 days if medical tests reveal a hamstring tear.

Medical tests will have the final say regarding the injuries of Kingsley Coman and Mukhtar Ali, determining their availability for upcoming matches after a classic that ended with Al-Ittihad winning 2-1.