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Science City Jena Star Great Osobor Out for Season With ACL and Meniscus Tear

The injury in Spain’s World Cup qualifier leaves the promoted club scrambling for a replacement under tight budget constraints.

Overview

  • He was hurt Sunday in Tenerife during Spain’s World Cup qualifier against Georgia when Mate Khatiashvili collided with his left knee in the eighth minute.
  • Spanish medical examinations on Monday reported a cruciate ligament tear and meniscus damage, and surgery is planned in Madrid.
  • The 22-year-old remained in Madrid to await the operation after initially trying to stand before collapsing again in pain.
  • Science City Jena have started searching for a replacement but face a tight market and limited funds, with no compensation expected from Spain according to the report.
  • Osobor leads Jena at 16.1 points and 4.3 rebounds per game and had just debuted for Spain with 12 points, eight rebounds and two steals against Denmark.