Bayer Leverkusen's Wirtz Hurt - Serious Concerns Emerge
Facing a significant setback, international star Florian Wirtz is forced off the field with an ankle injury just before halftime.
Wirtz's Worrying Injury
Paderborn's Bilbija delivers a harsh tackle from behind, targeting Wirtz's ankle. The sensation of pain instantly floods his face as Wirtz clutches his leg, unable to continue.
With a grimace, he hobbles off the field, supported by two coaches as pain grips him. Half-time arrives, and immediate evaluations indicate that Wirtz has sustained a painful ankle blow.
Sunday's Bundesliga clash against VfB Stuttgart (3.30 pm) could be in jeopardy for Wirtz.
The Werkself had already secured a 2-0 lead at halftime, thanks to Victor Boniface's (12th minute) and Exequiel Palacios' (28th minute) efforts.
The Aftermath of the Shock
Alas, nobody can focus on the victories when facing the grim reality of Wirtz's injury.
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Revisit the base article for more information on Wirtz's injury and its potential impact on his team and the national team.
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Recent updates confirm that Florian Wirtz suffered a suspected serious knee injury during Bayer Leverkusen's match against FC Köln on February 17, 2025. He was tackled by Luca Kilian and had to be carried off the field in distress[1].
As of now, no concrete updates have emerged regarding Wirtz's probable absence from Bayer Leverkusen's fixtures, particularly their DFB Cup match against VfB Stuttgart. However, given the gravity of the injury, his participation remains in doubt[1].
