Newcastle Injury & Thiaw Red Card: Andrich’s Analysis
Patrik Schick Injury, Leverkusen Draw with Newcastle in Champions League
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LeverkusenS Patrik Schick suffered an ankle injury, sidelining him for their Champions League match against Newcastle United, which ended in a 2-2 draw. Teh match also featured controversy over a denied penalty and concerns over a potential injury to teammate Patrick Thiaw.
Match Summary: Leverkusen vs. Newcastle
Bayer Leverkusen and Newcastle United played to a 2-2 draw in a Champions League match on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. Alejandro Grimaldo scored in the 88th minute to secure a point for Leverkusen after Newcastle had taken the lead in the second half.
Patrik Schick’s Injury
leverkusen striker patrik Schick, 29, was unavailable for the match due to a sprained ankle. Assistant coach rogier Meijer, filling in for head coach Kasper Hjulmand who was absent for personal reasons, stated Schick “took a good beating.”
Schick limped after a recent game,prompting concerns about his availability for Saturday’s match.Leverkusen’s sporting director Simon Rolfes said, “He got really loaded. He had to have his leg up. I don’t know how he will be on Saturday yet. We’ll see tomorrow.”
Controversial Penalty Decision
A potential penalty for Leverkusen was not awarded, sparking debate. Captain Robert Andrich argued that the referee should have either sent off Newcastle’s Patrick Thiaw or awarded a penalty, stating, “When I see Patrick’s Achilles tendon, it’s bright red to me for that reason alone.” This suggests Andrich believed Thiaw’s challenge was dangerous and warranted a stronger response from the referee.
Late Goal Secures Draw for Leverkusen
Newcastle took the lead in the second half, but Alejandro Grimaldo’s 88th-minute goal ensured Leverkusen secured a point from the match, tying the score at 2-2.