Bologna Makes Late Substitution: Aebischer Steps In for Ferguson Against Napoli

In a surprising turn of events just before the Bologna-Napoli match, Bologna’s lineup underwent a last-minute change. Lewis Ferguson, who was set to captain the team, had to be replaced due to a fitness concern. Swiss midfielder Michel Aebischer was called upon to fill the void left by Ferguson’s absence.

The captain’s armband, originally intended for Ferguson, was passed to Remo Freuler. Ferguson reportedly experienced discomfort in his right thigh during the pre-match warm-up, prompting the coaching staff to make this cautionary substitution.

This isn’t the first time Ferguson has faced injury setbacks this season. The Scottish midfielder, born in 1999, had previously missed five matches between January and February due to a minor strain in his right thigh flexors. This came after his return in October from a severe injury sustained at the end of the 2023/24 season.

The extent of Ferguson’s current condition remains unclear. Further updates on his status are expected in the coming days, as the team assesses the situation and determines the appropriate course of action for their key player’s recovery.