23.03.2026 20:21
Slovakia national team players Ondrej Duda and Martin Valjent made statements about team captain Milan Skriniar. Speaking about Skriniar's injury, Duda said, "Skriniar is our captain, an experienced player. He would play even if he had only one leg. I think he is in a condition to play." These words were met with backlash from Fenerbahçe fans.
In the match played between Fenerbahçe and Nottingham Forest, a partial tear was detected in the groin of Milan Skriniar, who suffered an injury. The experienced center-back, whose treatment is ongoing in the yellow-navy team, was surprisingly called up to the Slovakia National Team squad in recent days.
"HE WOULD HAVE PLAYED EVEN IF HE HAD ONLY ONE LEG"
Ondrej Duda, one of the players of the Slovakia National Team, spoke about team captain Milan Skriniar. Duda stated that Skriniar's injury would not prevent him from playing, saying, "Skriniar is our captain, an experienced player. He would have played even if he had only one leg. I think he is in a condition to play."
"SKRINIAR IS A WARRIOR"
Another national player, Martin Valjent, also commented on Skriniar, stating, "Skriniar is a warrior, the leader and captain of this team. This team has confidence, and we can accomplish this task together."
REACTION FROM FENERBAHÇE FANS
The words of the Slovak players were met with reaction among Fenerbahçe fans. The yellow-navy supporters expressed their concerns, stating that Skriniar, who has not played for a long time, could get injured again if he plays before being fully fit.
WHAT DID THE SLOVAKIA COACH SAY?
Slovakia National Team Head Coach Francesco Calzona, in a statement regarding the star player's condition, said, "He is battling a serious injury and is doing everything he can to be with us. He has risked part of his career to be ready for these matches."
WHAT DID DOCTOR ROMAN FANO SAY?
Slovak sports doctor and orthopedist Roman Fano issued a critical warning regarding the injury, stating, "It is an injury that is difficult to heal. Comprehensive treatment and a calm process are needed until he is one hundred percent healed. Of course, he can play, but he would play with an injection. There is a risk of re-injury and even worsening of the injury. If he continues to have pain, I would not recommend his return."