Ivory Coast forward Martial Tia is officially unavailable for Stade de Reims’ next away trip, according to L’Union. Another fitness setback is holding back the rise of the Ivorian prospect.
Reims’ medical staff have confirmed the news: Martial Tia will not be able to feature in Stade de Reims’ next match. The Ivory Coast forward, who has been suffering from persistent pain, is officially out of his team’s away trip, L’Union reported on 24 October 2026. “Martial Tia out again for the away trip,” the daily summarised.
For the Ivorian prospect, this absence adds to a run of fitness problems that have slowed his rise this season. The player had nevertheless shown excellent form in his recent appearances before this setback. It is an even more notable blow given that the Champagne club are entering a pivotal period in their calendar as they look to stay near the top of the table.
An absence confirmed by the medical staff
According to L’Union, Reims’ medical staff have confirmed that Martial Tia is unable to feature because of persistent pain. The club are taking a cautious approach to avoid any worsening of a muscle injury. The medical staff have not given a specific date for a return to competitive action.
The player has stayed at the Champagne training centre for treatment, where he is following a tailored rehabilitation programme. The forward’s season is already marked by a series of fitness problems that are slowing his progress.
Reims must cope without their forward
Stade de Reims are going through a pivotal period in their calendar. They must cope without Martial Tia for their official away trip, which reduces the coach’s attacking options.
The player’s absence forces the Reims coach to call on young players from the reserve team to strengthen his bench. The club will therefore have to rely on these alternative solutions for the trip.
Follow-up tests in midweek
Follow-up tests are scheduled for midweek to reassess Martial Tia’s muscle condition. They come with no return date yet announced by the medical staff.
While awaiting the results, the Ivory Coast forward continues his rehabilitation work at the Champagne training centre, with no return timetable announced at this stage.