“Surgery went well! Thanks for all the messages,” posted Noa Lang on Instagram following a serious injury he sustained during a Champions League match against Liverpool at Anfield.
The injury occurred in the 76th minute when Lang collided with advertising hoardings, resulting in a severe cut to his right thumb. He was immediately treated on the field, receiving oxygen before being stretchered off.
Galatasaray has confirmed that Lang underwent surgery for the injury. The club is now considering legal action against UEFA, with club representative Eray Yazgan stating, “We made a complaint to UEFA representatives after the match.”
Yazgan further emphasized the club’s stance, saying, “We will file a lawsuit for compensation to UEFA.” This move comes in light of the incident that left Lang injured and the overall circumstances of the match.
In the same match, Victor Osimhen of Napoli also suffered an injury, facing a potential fracture in his arm. The game ended with Liverpool defeating Galatasaray 4-0, overturning a 1-0 deficit from the first leg.
After the injury, Lang was consoled by Liverpool players Alisson Becker and Virgil van Dijk, highlighting the sportsmanship that transcends rivalry on the pitch.
As Galatasaray navigates the aftermath of this incident, the club’s next steps regarding the legal action against UEFA remain to be seen. Details remain unconfirmed.