Gabriel Moscardo, the 19-year-old Brazilian midfielder on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, is likely to have played his final game for Stade de Reims following an injury sustained during the Coupe de France final against his parent club. Reims manager Samba Diawara confirmed that Moscardo has suffered an ankle sprain and will not participate in the upcoming match against FC Metz, which is crucial for the team as they are locked in a relegation playoff with an aggregate score of 1-1.
In addition to Moscardo, Stade de Reims will face further challenges, as they will also be without players Yaya Fofana, Reda Khadra, and Mohamed Daramy, the latter of whom is dealing with a long-term knee injury. Notably, Teddy Teuma has been excluded from the first-team setup and has been allowed to take a holiday, adding to the team’s woes in this critical phase of the season.
Though Moscardo’s time at Reims may be coming to an end, he has made a commendable impact with 10 appearances in all competitions this season. As the season wraps up, all eyes will be on PSG to see how they will integrate Moscardo upon his return.
This situation emphasizes the physical demands of football and the unpredictability of player conditions, especially in high-stakes matches. The Reims squad will need to rally together to navigate these challenges as they fight to retain their top-flight status.