Carlos Acevedo Substituted After Being Struck by Ball

Santos goalkeeper Carlos Acevedo faced an unfortunate incident during a match against Pumas at the Olímpico Universitario. He was struck in the face by the ball during an accidental collision with player Juninho. Fortunately, this incident did not result in a goal. Acevedo remained on the field for a brief period before medical staff attended to him due to pain and dizziness.

Carlos Acevedo’s Injury Incident

After receiving immediate medical attention, Acevedo attempted to continue playing. However, he soon realized he was not in optimal condition. He signaled to the bench and was substituted by Héctor Holguín. This decision was made swiftly by Santos’ coach, Francisco Rodríguez.

Health Protocols and Substitution Rules

After leaving the field, Acevedo underwent additional physical tests to address his symptoms. The team’s medical staff monitored him closely to ensure his well-being. This incident occurred during a match that ended with Pumas defeating Santos 4-0.

Interestingly, both teams were allowed to make six substitutions during the game due to the activation of the concussion protocol. This was an exception to the standard rule, which typically allows for five substitutions.

Substitution Details

• Carlos Acevedo: Substituted due to injury
• Héctor Holguín: Replaced Acevedo
• Pumas Substitutions:
  • Guillermo Martínez
  • Uriel Antuna
  • Pedro Vite (due to concussion protocol)
  • José Caicedo
  • Rodrigo López
  • Stanley García

This match highlighted the importance of safety protocols in sports, ensuring players like Acevedo receive appropriate care after injuries. El-Balad continues to monitor the situation regarding Acevedo’s health following this incident.