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College soccer star forced to have leg amputated after complication following horrific injury during game

A STAR college soccer player has received an amputation after suffering a devastating injury. Furman University defender Luke Munson went down with the horror injury against Duke on August 27. The 19-year-old suffered a double fracture in the game, forcing…

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 6:01 PM
College soccer star forced to have leg amputated after complication following horrific injury during game
Key Things to Know
  • Furman University defender Luke Munson had his leg amputated due to complications from an on-field double fracture.
  • The 19-year-old suffered the severe injury during a match against Duke on August 27.
  • Munson underwent additional surgeries on September 30, but doctors were unable to save the leg.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Furman University defender Luke Munson underwent a leg amputation following complications from a horrific injury suffered against Duke on August 27. The 19-year-old college soccer star sustained a double fracture during the match, requiring additional surgeries on September 30 that ultimately could not save the leg.

Munson subsequently announced the conclusion of his soccer career on social media, expressing gratitude to his former teammates, coaches, and supporters. Prior to playing at Furman, the defender featured in two matches for Charlotte FC's MLS NEXT Pro affiliate.

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