Real Madrid may have received an unexpected advantage ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash with Arsenal, as Gunners defender Riccardo Calafiori suffered a concerning knee injury during Italy’s Nations League quarter-final against Germany.
The 22-year-old centre-back, who has been a key figure in Arsenal’s defensive setup, was forced off the pitch at San Siro after experiencing discomfort in his left knee—the same knee he suffered a severe injury to seven years ago.
What happened to Calafiori?
Calafiori’s injury occurred when he slipped awkwardly while adjusting his position to challenge for a loose ball.
His left knee bent unnaturally, prompting immediate pain.