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Matheus Nunes writhing in agony with horror shoulder injury after failed overhead kick as fans call it ‘unnecessary’


MATHEUS NUNES was left writhing in agony after attempting an “unnecessary” overhead kick against Red Star Belgrade.

The Manchester City midfielder injured his shoulder with his failed attempt during his side’s win in Serbia on Wednesday.

Matheus Nunes attempted an ‘unnecessary’ overhead kick against Red Star BelgradeCredit: TNT Sports
The Manchester City midfielder was left writhing in agony after his failed acrobaticsCredit: TNT Sports

Nunes was handed his 10th start of the season by Pep Guardiola for City’s final Champions League group stage match.

However, he was almost forced off just minutes into the second half.

The Portugal international appeared to injure his shoulder attempting an overhead kick.

He stayed down in agony afterwards and received treatment from the club’s medical staff before continuing,

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Concerned supporters were quick to react to the incident on social media.

One fan wrote: “Matheus Nunes that was unnecessary.”

Another added: “Please don’t break yourself Matheus Nunes.”

Meanwhile, a third supporter also commented: “Matheus Nunes is the type of guy to get injured while attempting a bicycle kick.”

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Nunes appeared to injure his shoulder before carrying onCredit: TNT Sports

Nunes was a standout performer for City, setting up Micah Hamilton’s debut goal to open the scoring.

Fellow youngster Oscar Bobb later doubled the visitor’s lead before Kalvin Phillips’ penalty sealed a 3-2 victory, despite a late fightback from Red Star.

City were already confirmed as group winners before Wednesday’s match, having won all of their matches in group G.

As for Nunes, the 25-year-old completed a £47million move to the Etihad Stadium from Wolves in the summer.

He has since provided three assists in 13 appearances across all competitions so far this season.


Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk


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