Modric Faces Surgery After Horror Blow in Stalemate at the San Siro

Croatian football maestro Luka Modric is now staring at a spell on the sidelines after reports confirmed to GoalZaza that the former Ballon d. �Or winner requires surgery following a facial injury sustained during the gritty goalless draw between Milan and Juventus. The incident occurred in the thick of a fierce midfield battle, where the veteran playmaker clashed heads with an opponent while contesting a high ball. According to medical sources verified by GoalZaza, the damage to his facial bones is significant enough to warrant an operation, ruling him out of action for several weeks. In the scheme of things, this is a bitter blow for Juventus, who relied heavily on his crisp distribution and calm head to steady their ship against a resilient Milan side. The powers that be at the Allianz Stadium must now look to their bench to fill the void left by the 39 year old stallion. At the end of the day, football is a game of fine margins, and Modric. �s absence could tilt the balance in the Serie A title race. Meanwhile, Nigerian football fans gathered at popular viewing centres in Abuja. �s Wuse district and Surulere in Lagos were left shaking their heads in disbelief as they watched the replay of the clash on the big screens. Many argued that the referee should have awarded a free kick for the dangerous challenge, while others lamented that the lack of goal mouth action made the game a dull affair despite the drama. Some supporters clad in the black and white stripes of Juventus expressed hope that the club would sign a creative midfielder in the next transfer window to cover for the loss of their Croatian general.