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Manchester United under-21s match vs Tamworth abandoned after injury to Sékou Koné, Koné in hospital for precautionary checks.
Manchester United Under-21s National League Cup match against Tamworth was abandoned after Sékou Koné sustained a head injury.
Manchester United under-21 match abandoned after injury to Sékou Koné
Manchester United Under-21s’ National League Cup tie away at Tamworth was suspended when Sékou Koné collided with a defender while defending a corner. The 19-year-old Mali youth international received treatment on the pitch for about 15 minutes before being carried off on a stretcher with a mask on his face. The game was abandoned with the score at 0-0. The Manchester Evening News reported that a replacement ambulance was needed, contributing to the delay.
Key Takeaways
"We can confirm Sékou is conscious, stable and communicating with United’s medical team. He has been taken to hospital, as a precaution, for further checks."
Official update on Koné's condition from Manchester United
"Due to the medical situation, we are forced to abandon tonight’s fixture, details will be revealed in due course. We would like to wish safe travels to all the Man United fans, staff and players. We especially wish Sékou Koné a speedy recovery."
Tamworth club statement on the abandonment
The incident highlights the importance of on-site medical readiness in youth football. A clear plan for urgentTransport and on-field treatment is essential, especially at smaller venues where resources can vary. The delay and the decision to abandon the match underscore that welfare and patient safety take precedence over competition. In the longer term, clubs and leagues may review emergency protocols and venue readiness to reassure players, staff and fans.
Highlights
- Care on the pitch proves the real team effort
- Football pauses for health and then finds a way forward
- Safety protocols are the backbone of the game
- Hope travels with every hospital update
Football will move forward, but the welfare of players stays in the spotlight.
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