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Napoli midfielder Lobotka sidelined with low-grade ankle injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 2:45 PM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Napoli midfielder Lobotka sidelined with low-grade ankle injury

Summary

Stanislav Lobotka of Napoli has been diagnosed with a low-grade ankle injury sustained during a Serie A match against Monza on October 28, 2026. Napoli confirmed that the injury involves the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis and a low-grade injury to the anterior talofibular ligament in his left ankle. Recovery estimates vary, with some reports suggesting a return in four weeks while others indicate it could take up to eight weeks. Lobotka was carried off the field in tears as Napoli went on to win the match 4-1.

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Status Watch

•Lobotka's injury confirmed by Napoli on October 29, 2026.
•Injury occurred during Serie A match against Monza.
•Recovery expected between four to eight weeks, according to reports.
•Lobotka was stretchered off while Napoli won the game 4-1.
•He has scored one goal in 12 appearances this season.

Latest Updates

2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Napoli reveal extent of Lobotka’s injury

What they're saying

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Napoli confirm that Stanislav Lobotka has suffered a low-grade ankle injury and, according to reports in Italy, the 31-year-old will remain out of action for four to eight weeks.Slovakia international...
— Yahoo Sports

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