Playing against Stuttgart: Wirtz's Determined Comeback
Bayer Leverkusen's midfielder, Florian Wirtz, endured an unfortunate setback in their cup round 16 victory against second division side SC Paderborn. A fierce kick from Paderborn's striker Filip Bilbija left Wirtz in pain, causing the 20-year-old to hobble off the pitch before half-time .
Wirtz's Fortunate Escape
While Wirtz struggled with pain and had to be supported as he limped off the pitch, the European Championship prospect likely escaped a worst-case scenario . Just over a year and a half prior, Wirtz had suffered a serious cruciate ligament tear . In the face of this new challenge, the determination to bounce back was evident.
Bayer Leverkusen's Hope and Challenge
Now, Leverkusen and Wirtz are racing against time as the Bundesliga's top team face off against VfB Stuttgart . Inspirational posts on Instagram hint at Wirtz's ambition to be back for this crucial match, which is scheduled for Sunday, 3:30 PM .
Wirtz's Replacement Options
If Wirtz is unable to make an appearance against Stuttgart, Amine Adli could potentially step up as a replacement . With Jonas Hofmann, who filled in during the cup match against Paderborn, set to start again, Leverkusen will have a strong contingency plan.
Holding on to Hope
Despite the uncertainty, there is still some time left to assess and treat Wirtz's injury. Fans eagerly anticipate the much-awaited return of the team's front-runner, whose contributions to 13 league games coupled with three goals and five assists have propelled Leverkusen to the top spot.
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