Darius Olaru injured during Royale Union SG vs Hapoel Beer Sheva match

Romanian international Darius Olaru was forced off the pitch in the 30th minute of Royale Union SG’s UEFA Europa League match against Hapoel Beer Sheva. The 28-year-old midfielder sustained an injury following a heavy collision with Hapoel Beer Sheva player Niv Yehoshua, who struck Olaru in the face with his shoulder during a challenge.

Despite protests from the Royale Union SG players and staff requesting a red card for the impact, referee Mykola Balakin issued only a yellow card to Yehoshua. Olaru received medical attention on the field before being substituted. Initial reports suggest the injury may involve advanced confusion due to the blow to the head, though recovery is expected to take only a few days.

The match also saw Belgian player Matteo Biondic leave the field on a stretcher in the 15th minute after a landing error during a header, potentially suffering a serious ankle sprain.