In the quest for the title of Bleuets, winners of their first two group matches of the Euro against Italy (2-1) and Norway (1-0), this is a first blow. Michael Olise will forfeit the rest of the competition. The unfortunate hero of this Sunday’s success against the Scandinavians injured his left thigh in a duel with the opposing goalkeeper, a few minutes after scoring the only goal of the game.
Replaced by Bradley Barcola, he walked on crutches the same evening at the hotel. Examinations taken on Monday in Cluj have confirmed the fears: the Crystal Palace winger (21) is suffering from a torn hamstring. He will have to observe several weeks of stoppage. His return to London is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon, and the Bleuets will therefore continue their adventure at 22.
