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Lobotka injury: Napoli star stretchered off in tears

Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka suffered a suspected ankle injury in the first half of a Serie A match against Monza and was stretchered off in tears.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 9:23 PM
Lobotka injury: Napoli star stretchered off in tears
Key Things to Know
  • Stanislav Lobotka was stretchered off in tears after suffering a suspected ankle injury against Monza.
  • The incident occurred in the 15th minute when Ricardo Mangas fell on Lobotka's ankle.
  • Lobotka was quickly taken to the hospital for X-rays to determine the severity of the injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka suffered a suspected ankle injury during the first half of a Serie A fixture against Monza. The Slovakia international was carried off the field on a stretcher in tears during the 15th minute after opponent Ricardo Mangas landed on him, severely twisting his ankle.

Billy Gilmour came on as Lobotka's replacement, and the injured midfielder was immediately transported to a hospital for X-rays. Lobotka has featured in eight Serie A matches this season under manager Massimiliano Allegri, who was serving a touchline ban.

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