24.03.2025 14:50
Galatasaray's star player Davinson Sanchez has been faced with a surprising decision by FIFA. FIFA has banned Sanchez from playing until March 27 after he suffered a head injury on March 20.
In the 2026 World Cup South American Qualifiers match, Brazil faced Colombia at the Mane Garrincha Arena.
Brazil won the tough match 2-1 with a goal scored by Vinicius Junior in the 90+9th minute. In the 73rd minute, during a situation in front of Brazil's goal, Galatasaray's star player Davinson Sanchez collided with the home team's goalkeeper Alisson Becker.
The successful player, who was taken off the field and not allowed to return by doctors due to a head injury, was replaced by Carlos Cuesta. Davinson Sanchez, who was upset about being substituted, reacted to the coaching staff.
FIFA DOES NOT ALLOW HIM TO PLAY
Colombia will play their next match against Paraguay on Wednesday. Due to the head injury he sustained in the first match, Davinson Sanchez will not be able to play in this match according to the rules.
FIFA has set a seven-day period for players who cannot continue playing due to head injuries. Players are not allowed to play again before the seven days have passed.
The Colombian star, who suffered a head injury on March 20, is banned from playing until March 27. The Paraguay match is on March 26, and the ban ends on March 27. Meanwhile, Brazil has also sent Alisson Becker back from the national team camp to join Liverpool.
HIS CONDITION IS KNOWN
Davinson Sanchez's health checks have also been completed. No issues were found during the examination and checks conducted at the National Team camp. It is expected that Davinson Sanchez, who also participated in training with the team, will return to Turkey and continue his training with Galatasaray.