Through a press release from the player’s family, the Girondins de Bordeaux announced the awakening of Alberth Elis this Wednesday, shortly before 7 p.m. The 28-year-old had been in a coma since a head injury sustained last Saturday during his team’s match against Guingamp.
“We are happy to share with you the first encouraging signs: Alberth is waking up and seems to be gradually recovering,” detailed the attacker’s family. However, we wish to remain cautious about the evolution of his condition, the next few days will be crucial… We will keep you informed of his condition soon. »
During the Girondins’ victory against Guingamp (1-0), the Honduran collapsed after 34 seconds of play. After an aerial duel with Donatien Gomis, the 28-year-old striker fell badly. He then remained on the ground, inanimate, victim of head trauma. His evacuation on a stretcher finally took place, eight minutes after the incident. He was then placed in an artificial coma at the Pellegrin hospital in Bordeaux.
According to The Team, the Bordeaux player should undergo an MRI in order to assess the risks of after-effects. The managers of En avant de Guingamp would regularly check on the player’s state of health with his club. Donatien Gomis for his part would be very marked and would like to speak with Alberth Elis and his family in order to apologize.
