Tiago Santos suffers knee injury during Lille match

Lille defender Tiago Santos suffered a left knee injury during a Ligue 1 match against Le Havre AC. The Portuguese fullback was forced off the pitch on a stretcher in tears during the 22nd minute following a heavy tackle by Le Havre's Amir Richardson.

Initial concerns regarding the severity of the injury were heightened by the player's medical history, as he had previously suffered an anterior cruciate ligament rupture in the same knee. While the swelling initially prevented immediate diagnostic tests, there are signs of potential relief; reports indicate the player is able to walk, suggesting the injury may be less severe than first feared.

Further medical examinations are scheduled to determine the exact nature and extent of the damage. The incident has drawn scrutiny regarding the refereeing decision, as no card was issued to Richardson despite the intensity of the challenge.