Updated Injury: Brendan Rodgers, Alistair Johnston’s Celtic injury follows a…

February 8, 2024 talksport247 Celtic fc 0

Updated by Brendan Rodgers,Celtic injury follows a horrific head hit.

After the defender was carted off the field during the match against Hibs, Brendan Rodgers provided an update on Alistair Johnston.

Referee Nick Walsh pointed to the penalty spot after a rough collision between the Canadian international and Nectarios Triantis in the Easter Road area. In order to give the full-back extensive medical attention, play would be stopped. Following Johnston’s removal from the field, Adam Idah scored from the penalty spot, and Anthony Ralston entered the game.

he 25-year-old would be taken to hospital but was conscious as he left the pitch after the horror collision. And following the full-time whistle, Rodgers gave an update on the extent of the injury suffered by the key defender. Following the Scottish Premiership showdown, the Celtic boss said: “The first penalty maybe the referee has given it for a reckless challenge or collision so we were thankful for that – but not thankful for Ali Johnston! He’s away to hospital so hopefully he’ll be okay.”

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