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Brazilian Player Suspended Until Opponent Recovers from Injury
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Brazilian Player Suspended Until Opponent Recovers from Injury

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A Brazilian player, Victor Gabriel of Internacional, received an unprecedented suspension until his opponent recovers from injury.
  • Gabriel severely injured Cruzeiro's Gabriel Pec with a dangerous tackle, resulting in a fracture and surgery.
  • The suspension has a maximum duration of 180 days, with Pec expected to be out for three to four months.

Brazil's Superior Sports Court has issued a historic and unprecedented suspension against Internacional player Victor Gabriel. Instead of a fixed number of matches, Gabriel will remain sidelined until Gabriel Pec of Cruzeiro, whom he severely injured with a tackle, can return to regular training.

The incident occurred during the 19th round of the Brazilian league match, which Cruzeiro won 2-1. Victor Gabriel was shown a straight red card for the dangerous play in the 58th minute. Pec was left bleeding and had to be substituted off the field.

Medical examinations revealed that Pec suffered a fracture in his left tibia, requiring surgery. The disciplinary committee deemed the standard one-to-six match suspension for violent play insufficient given the severity of the injury. Consequently, they decided Gabriel's suspension would continue until Cruzeiro's medical staff gives the green light for Pec's return to training.

Gabriel expressed deep remorse over the incident, reportedly breaking down in tears during the hearing. He stated, "I am going through nights without being able to sleep and praying for him. I sincerely apologize to everyone at Cruzeiro." The suspension has a maximum duration of 180 days, with medical estimates suggesting Pec's recovery will take three to four months.

I am going through nights without being able to sleep and praying for him. I sincerely apologize to everyone at Cruzeiro.

— Victor GabrielThe suspended player expressed remorse for the injury he caused.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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