Danilo, a midfielder for Nottingham Forest, has spoken out after sustaining a horrific injury moments into the team’s opening match of the new campaign. The first half of Forest’s Saturday afternoon match against Bournemouth was postponed for seven minutes due to an awkward landing by midfielder Danilo.
In an aerial ball challenge with Antoine Semenyo inside the center circle, the Brazilian landed awkwardly on his left foot, putting his leg in an unusual posture.
Medical personnel hurried onto the field as referee Michael Oliver stopped play as soon as he saw the seriousness of the injuries. As he was being treated, the entire area fell silent. He has since addressed supporters on social media regarding the aftermath of the incident.