OGC Nice Faces Setback as Youssouf Ndayishimiye Suffers ACL Injury

OGC Nice has been grappling with a series of injuries throughout the season. Despite facing a significant injury crisis that threatened to derail their campaign, with up to eleven starting players sidelined at one point, manager Franck Haise managed to keep the team competitive. Remarkably, the club remains in contention for a UEFA Champions League qualification spot.

Just as the squad seemed to be recovering, with a full roster available in recent matches, injury troubles have resurfaced. Following Mohamed Abdelmonem’s ACL injury during the team’s 3-1 victory over Paris Saint-Germain, Youssouf Ndayishimiye has now fallen victim to a similar fate. The Burundian international reportedly sustained the injury during a training session collision on Wednesday.

Both Abdelmonem and Ndayishimiye are expected to be out of action for an extended period, likely several months, as they undergo treatment and rehabilitation. These injuries pose a significant challenge for Nice, particularly in the center-back position where Ndayishimiye has been a key player.

The timing of these setbacks is particularly unfortunate as Nice prepares to face Stade de Reims in their upcoming match. However, there is a glimmer of hope as veteran defender Dante may potentially return from his knee injury to bolster the team’s defensive options.

As Nice continues to navigate through these injury challenges, the resilience and adaptability of the squad will be crucial in maintaining their impressive form and pursuit of European qualification.