Matthias Haddad-Victor details series of severe injuries

Matthias Haddad-Victor, a third-line player for La Rochelle, has detailed a difficult period marked by a series of consecutive injuries. The player reported suffering broken ribs due to late tackles, followed by injuries to his spine and elbow.

During a match against Racing 92 on May 11, Haddad-Victor was forced to leave the field on a stretcher after hitting his elbow on a synthetic pitch. This resulted in a hematoma that became infected following a puncture procedure, further complicating his recovery. Despite these setbacks, Haddad-Victor stated he is focused on moving forward and accepting the physical risks inherent to his sport.