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João Ferreira discharged from hospital after violent collision
AS Saint-Étienne defender João Ferreira has been discharged from the hospital following a violent collision during a match against Clermont. The Portuguese player was evacuated from the stadium on a stretcher wearing a neck brace after the incident.
After spending a night under medical observation, the club announced that his medical examinations were conclusive. Ferreira has returned home to be with his family, though the club emphasized a cautious approach to his recovery. His return to training and competition will depend on medical recommendations and ongoing monitoring to ensure a safe recovery.