Melbourne City’s Tilio Exits with Injury in Win Over Western United

Melbourne City midfielder Marco Tilio exits early with hamstring strain; Nabbout adds to injury woes despite City’s 1-0 victory.

Injury Setback for Melbourne City’s Marco Tilio in A-League Matchup Against Western United

Melbourne City’s Isuzu UTE A-League clash against Western United on Monday night at AAMI Park took an unexpected turn as star player Marco Tilio exited the match due to a suspected hamstring injury. This injury is a concerning setback for the talented Subway Socceroo, who has been battling recurring injuries this year.

Tilio Exits After Promising Start, Raising Injury Concerns

The 23-year-old Tilio, who is currently on loan from Scottish powerhouse Celtic, was forced off the field just 40 minutes into the match. Following an impressive drive through midfield, he suddenly clutched his left hamstring and fell to the ground. City responded by substituting in 18-year-old Medin Memeti, who took over Tilio’s role in the lineup.

This injury marks another tough break for Tilio, who has faced a series of fitness challenges since his return to Melbourne City. Earlier this year, a hamstring tendon injury kept him sidelined for over two months, and a subsequent quadricep strain forced him out of contention for Australia’s U23 Asian Cup campaign with the Olyroos.

Melbourne City Triumphs Despite Injuries

Despite losing Tilio, Melbourne City held their own, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Western United. Veteran Andrew Nabbout delivered the game-winning goal, lifting City to their second win of the season. However, the triumph was clouded by yet another injury as Nabbout himself was replaced shortly after his goal due to a suspected knee issue, adding to City’s growing list of injury concerns.

As City continues its campaign, the potential extended absence of both Tilio and Nabbout could pose challenges for a squad already dealing with a congested schedule.