Ernest Nuamah Joins ACL Injury Wave Amid Black Stars Season Setbacks

Ernest Nuamah, the 21-year-old winger for Olympique Lyon, has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee, which he sustained just five minutes into a match against Lille. This injury marks him as the third Black Stars player to suffer an ACL injury during the 2024-2025 campaign, joining fellow players Abdul Fatawu Issahaku and Alidu Seidu. Lyon's hopes for Champions League qualification are now jeopardized, as they sit fifth in the league, just two points behind third place. The club has expressed its full support for Nuamah and aims to assist in his recovery. His absence will be felt significantly by both Lyon and the Ghana national team, particularly as they prepare for upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Nuamah had been a key player for Lyon, contributing six goals in all competitions this season.