Player Taking Time Off Field Following Canine Bite on Sensitive Body Region
Aris Thessaloniki's Carles Perez Sidelined Due to Dog Attack
Carles Perez, the 27-year-old Spanish winger for Aris Thessaloniki, has been ruled out of the club's Europa Conference League qualifier return fixture after sustaining a serious groin injury in a dog attack.
The incident occurred on Wednesday while Perez was walking his own pet in Thermi, Thessaloniki. During an attempt to separate two dogs, Perez was bitten, resulting in deep wounds that required immediate medical attention and six stitches. The bite was so severe that it necessitated hospitalization, and Perez remains under close medical supervision in critical condition [1][2][3].
The injury will keep Perez out of the home leg against Araz-Naxçivan. He played in the first leg, contributing to a 2-1 defeat for Aris Thessaloniki [1][3]. The exact recovery timeline is uncertain, with some early reports suggesting a relatively soon comeback, but the seriousness of the wound and the possibility of surgery mean the focus is on a full and careful recovery rather than a quick return [1][2].
Perez had recently joined Aris on loan from Celta Vigo and was expected to be a key player this season. Missing him at this crucial moment is a significant blow to Aris’s squad depth and attacking options in the Europa Conference League qualifiers [1][3].
The injury may also impact the morale and team dynamics of Aris Thessaloniki during the return fixture. Moreover, it may have implications for the club's overall performance in the Europa Conference League [1][3]. A change in tactics or strategy may be necessary to compensate for Perez's absence.
This bizarre and unfortunate incident was reported by both local and Spanish media. Our thoughts are with Carles Perez as he undergoes treatment and recovery.
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- Carles Perez's injury, sustained during a dog attack, means he won't be playing football (soccer) for Aris Thessaloniki in the return Europa Conference League qualifier against Araz-Naxçivan, despite his contribution in the first leg.
- The serious groin injury Carles Perez suffered in a dog attack is likely to affect Aris Thessaloniki's sports strategy in the Europa Conference League qualifiers, as his absence is a considerable blow to the team's squad depth and attacking options.
