Double defensive blow for Atletico Madrid

Lucas Hernandez and Jose Maria Gimenez both suffered injury setbacks in Atletico Madrid's win over Borussia Dortmund.

Published : Nov 08, 2018 02:50 IST

Atletico Madrid's Lucas Hernandez
Atletico Madrid's Lucas Hernandez
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Atletico Madrid's Lucas Hernandez

Atletico Madrid defenders Lucas Hernandez and Jose Maria Gimenez are set for spells on the sidelines after suffering muscular injuries during Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League triumph against Borussia Dortmund.

Uruguay centre-back Gimenez was substituted at half-time and a scan has revealed a recurrence of the hamstring complaint he suffered a month ago. France full-back Lucas completed the 90 minutes, but must now begin his recovery from an adductor problem.

Diego Simeone's men – who moved on to nine points and look a safe bet to qualify from Group A along with Dortmund – are back in action on Saturday when they host Athletic Bilbao in LaLiga.

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