Newcastle star Fabian Schar stretchered off in distress with leg in brace during Leeds clash
NEWCASTLE star Fabian Schar was stretchered off with his leg in a brace during his side’s match against Leeds.
The veteran defender, 34, appeared to twist his knee during an accidental tangle with Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the 70th minute.
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Fabian Schar received lengthy treatment on the pitchCredit: Alamy
Schar, 34, was stretchered off during his side’s match with LeedsCredit: PA
Physios rushed on to treat the Swiss star, who was in clear distress.
Following around five minutes of treatment, Schar was taken off on a stretcher to applause from the Toon faithful.
Boss Eddie Howe replaced Schar with Jacob Ramsey, while also bringing Yoane Wissa on for Nick Woltemade.
The match was level at 2-2 at the time of Schar’s unfortunate injury.
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Brenden Aaronsen gave Daniel Farke’s side the lead just after the half hour, only for Harvey Barnes to quickly level.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin reclaimed the visitors’ lead from the penalty spot on the stroke of half-time, but Joelinton equalised on 54 minutes.
Shortly after played resumed following Schar’s withdrawal, Leeds again found themselves ahead.
Aaronsen brilliantly fired into the bottom corner for his second of the contest to stun the home side.
Eddie Howe consoles his experienced starCredit: PA
The American went from hero to zero in the 89th minute, however, handballing a cross to concede a penalty.
And Bruno Guimaraes stepped up to convert from 12 yards.
