Ghanaian goalkeeper Joseph Wollacott endured a bittersweet competitive debut for Hibernian as he picked up an injury during their triumphant 6-1 victory over Inter Club d’Escaldes from Andorra in the Europa Conference League.
The goalkeeper crisis for Hibernian began even before the match began, with their designated starter, David Marshall, being forced to withdraw from the lineup due to an injury he sustained during the warm-up session.
This unexpected setback prompted the coaching staff to entrust the responsibility of guarding the Hibs’ net to Joseph Wollacott, who was making his first-ever start for the club.
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In the opening minutes of the game, Wollacott showcased his potential as he made an impressive save against a dangerous free kick from the opposition.
The young goalkeeper seemed poised to rise to the occasion, but unfortunately, fate had a different plan for him.
Shortly after his remarkable save, Wollacott suffered an unfortunate setback. He signaled distress and was seen clutching his thigh while outside the penalty box, leaving him unable to continue.
The sight was concerning for both his teammates and the fans as they realized the severity of his injury.
Reacting swiftly to the situation, Hibernian’s manager, Lee Johnson, made a substitution, bringing on Max Boruc to replace the injured Wollacott.
With both Marshall and Wollacott sidelined within the first 20 minutes of the match, it was a challenging situation for Hibernian, who had to rely on their third-choice goalkeeper, Boruc, to see them through the rest of the game.
Joseph Wollacott had only recently joined Hibernian during the summer transfer window, signing a promising three-year deal with the club after his move from Charlton Athletic.
The injury he suffered on his competitive debut will undoubtedly be a setback for the young talent, but the team and fans will be hopeful for a speedy recovery and his swift return to the field.
Despite the injury woes, Hibernian’s impressive performance in the Europa Conference League demonstrated their resilience and depth as they secured a convincing 6-1 victory over Inter Club d’Escaldes.
The club will now look to address their goalkeeping situation while supporting Wollacott on his road to recovery.
