Sassuolo-Milan, Gabbia suffers muscle injury: forced to leave field

Milan defender Gabbia suffered a suspected hamstring injury in the 16th minute against Sassuolo and was stretchered off; clinical tests pending.

Matteo Gabbia was forced to leave the pitch on a stretcher in the 16th minute of Milan's match against Sassuolo after a fall. The defender remained on the ground in significant pain and could not get up. Medical staff suspect a serious left hamstring injury, though clinical examinations over the coming hours will determine the full extent of the problem. Early indications suggest a lengthy absence for the centre-back.