Galatasaray Update on Noa Lang’s Injury
Galatasaray have issued an update on Noa Lang after the winger sustained a serious thumb injury during Wednesday’s Champions League Round of 16 clash against Liverpool at Anfield.
Lang, who came on at halftime for Sacha Boey, was stretchered off with 10 minutes remaining after hurting his hand near the advertising boards. He appeared to be in severe pain and required oxygen as he left the pitch, having braced himself against the boards while losing his balance.
Images from the incident revealed a significant cut to Lang’s thumb. After the match, Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk told reporters: “Noa Lang has a very serious injury on his finger. He will go to the hospital here.”
In the early hours of Thursday, the club confirmed via X (formerly Twitter) that Lang will undergo surgery in Liverpool with their medical team present:
“In the second half, our player Noa Lang suffered a serious cut to his right thumb. He is scheduled for surgery in Liverpool in the coming hours with the participation of our medical team.”
Liverpool dominated the match, overturning a 1-0 first-leg deficit. Dominik Szoboszlai opened the scoring for Liverpool before Mohamed Salah missed a penalty at halftime. Hugo Ekitike and Ryan Gravenberch then scored two quick goals, putting Liverpool in control, and Salah later made up for his miss with a 62nd-minute goal, sealing a 4-0 victory.
Lang Provides Hospital Update
Lang shared a photo from the hospital on Thursday morning, smiling with nurses and captioning it: “S*** happens.” On his Instagram story, he confirmed: “Surgery went well! Thanks for all the messages.”
Victor Osimhen Injury Update
Galatasaray also reported on Victor Osimhen, who was substituted due to an arm injury in the first half. The club stated:
“During the first half against Liverpool, Victor Osimhen suffered a blow to his arm. He completed the first half but did not return for the second due to the risk of a fracture. Hospital examinations revealed a fracture in his right forearm, which has been casted. Further evaluation will determine if surgery is needed.”
