The Breton derby between FC Lorient and Stade Rennais turned into a nightmare for Cameroonian defender Christopher Wooh. What began as an intense Ligue 1 clash quickly became an evening to forget for the Rennes centre-back.
Only 11 minutes into the game, Wooh was shown a red card after bringing down an opponent as the last man. The dismissal left Rennes in a difficult position early on, forcing them to reorganize with ten men. Lorient took full advantage of the situation, dominating the match and securing a resounding 4-0 victory in front of their home supporters.
Frustrated and visibly upset, Wooh’s night went from bad to worse. While leaving the pitch, the 22-year-old defender punched a glass panel out of anger, injuring his hand in the process. He was immediately taken to the hospital, where he received stitches to treat the wound. What should have been just an early red card turned into a physical setback as well.
This disastrous evening raises concerns for Rennes. Wooh may now face time away from the pitch due to his hand injury, while his suspension for the red card adds to the blow. For a defender looking to solidify his place in the starting lineup, this incident could prove damaging both physically and mentally. The club will hope to see him return quickly, but the derby defeat will undoubtedly linger as a painful memory.
