Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Presnel Kimpembe returned from injury to play for the first time in 700 days, helping the team to a 2-0 win at third-division rivals Le Mans to reach the
quarter-finals of the French Cup. Kimpembe last played in a competition almost two years ago in a league game against Marseille on February 26, 2023, เว็บพนันออนไลน์ UFABET สมัครง่าย โปรโมชั่นมากมาย when he suffered an Achilles tendon
injury. The injury forced the 29-year-old Frenchman to undergo two operations and missed the entire season until he made his full debut late last year.
Posting on Instagram in May, the 29-year-old Frenchman shared a photo of the Achilles tendon injury that has kept him out for such a long period, along with the caption: “All obstacles strengthen one’s determination.”
After almost two years out, Kimpembe made his long-awaited return on Tuesday night as he replaced Willian Pacho in the 80th minute of their 2-0 win over Le Mans in the Coupe de France.
In midweek, Kimpembe’s wait ended when boss Luis Enrique brought him on for Willian Pacho for the final 10 minutes and wore the captain’s armband to keep the score in check.
“It’s been a long time since I felt this way. I’m very happy to be back on the pitch and help the team,” the seven-time Ligue 1 champion said after the game.
“I’m feeling good and very emotional. Waiting almost two years is crazy. But I am a warrior and I will always be a fighter.”