During Manchester City’s dominant 6-2 triumph over Luton Town in the FA Cup, Jack Grealish found himself thrust into the starting lineup, a rare opportunity indeed. However, his excitement was short-lived as he suffered a fresh injury setback, forcing him off the pitch before halftime.
As Grealish took his place on the bench, his emotions were palpable, evident to all who saw him. His teammates rallied around him, offering their support as he watched the rest of the match unfold, witnessing Manchester City’s impressive victory from the sidelines.
Now, fans are eagerly awaiting updates on Grealish’s condition and when he might make his return for the Cityzens. The incident occurred when Grealish pulled up just past the half-hour mark at Kenilworth Road. Replays indicated that he may have strained a muscle while executing a pass on the right side of the field. Despite attempting to soldier on, the 28-year-old quickly realized he was unable to continue and was substituted before halftime.
Following the match, manager Pep Guardiola confirmed that Grealish had sustained a groin injury, remarking, “I didn’t speak to doctors but I think he complained a bit about the groin. Maybe a little bit similar. He felt really good but unfortunately was injured again at the beginning of the game.”
This setback comes just after Grealish’s return from a previous injury sustained during Manchester City’s Champions League match against Copenhagen in mid-March. Now, he faces the prospect of another stint on the sidelines, with the exact timeline for his recovery uncertain until further medical assessments are conducted by the Manchester City medical team, leaving Guardiola understandably concerned.
With crucial fixtures against the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal looming before the end of March, Guardiola is undoubtedly hoping for Grealish’s swift return, recognizing the importance of his presence on the field for the team’s success.