The Hungarian striker left the match on a stretcher after colliding with Scottish goalkeeper Angus Gunn at 23′ from ST. His teammates dedicated the victory to him.
The end of Hungary Roland Sallai dedicated the 1-0 victory against Scotland to his partner Barnabas Vargaevacuated on a stretcher and transported to the hospital after a hard fall during that match of the Euro Cup. On a ball thrown into the Scottish area, at 23′ from ST, the 29-year-old player fell violently on the back of his head and was immediately placed in a lateral safety position by his teammates, unable to move.
During the time he remained on the ground, he was protected with sheets around him, to avoid capturing images of the delicate situation. After several seconds of tension, the emergency services entered the playing field to evacuate him and the player received a standing ovation from the Hungarian fans, while he left on a stretcher.
“It was horrible. It was a horrible moment to see Barnabas like that”declared Roland Sallai at a press conference. And he added: “Fortunately he is better. He may have to undergo a small operation. We cross our fingers that he can return quickly”. “We fought for him for the remaining 15 or 20 minutes. We wanted to win for him and we dedicated this victory to him”said the Hungarian, elected Player of the Match.
Hungarian Federation reported that it is “stable”
Coach Marco Rossi stated that Varga appeared to suffer a facial fracture. “The situation was confusing. From what the players have told me, at that moment ‘Barny’ did not seem conscious. Everyone was worried then about his condition, in addition to the fact that the doctors arrived a little late, we can say”said the coach.
“Fortunately we can say that ‘Barny’ is no longer in danger. He will probably have to have surgery in the next few hours here (indicating the cheek and its surroundings). If we advance in the competition, of course he will not continue in the team”he detailed.
“Barnabás Varga’s condition is stable. The Hungarian national team player is currently in one of the hospitals in Stuttgart. We will inform you if there are any news”, the Hungarian Football Federation wrote in X. According to German television Magenta, the player was conscious and able to speak while he was taken to Stuttgart hospital.
Kevin Csoboth scored the winning goal in the 10th minute of added time in this Group A match, which allowed Hungary maintain chances of qualifying for the second round.
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