Tottenham defender Cristian Romero injured in heavy collision at Sunderland
Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero left the pitch in tears following a harrowing collision with team-mate Antonin Kinsky that paused their Premier League match at Sunderland for eight minutes.
The severe incident occurred midway through the second half at the Stadium of Light on Sunday.
Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey chased a loose ball into the penalty area, prompting the Argentine centre-back to shield possession.
During the ensuing challenge, the defender’s knee appeared to strike the head of the onrushing Spurs goalkeeper.
Medical staff rush to the scene
Medics from both clubs sprinted onto the field to administer urgent treatment to the stricken pair.
The South American defender lay face down on the grass while the young shot-stopper remained flat on his back.
Play was halted for nearly ten minutes as the medical teams carefully assessed the severity of the injuries.
The distraught World Cup winner was eventually helped off the field, clearly emotional after the distressing clash.
Spurs’ struggles continue on Wearside
The sickening injury compounded what was already a deeply frustrating afternoon for the visiting Londoners.
The Lilywhites had arrived in the North East desperately looking to reverse a worrying run of recent domestic form.
Their task was made significantly harder just moments before the stoppage when the hosts broke the deadlock.
Frenchman Nordi Mukiele drove aggressively towards the visitors’ penalty area before unleashing a powerful strike.
A heavy deflection subsequently wrong-footed the unfortunate Kinsky and sent the ball trickling into the Tottenham net.
