German referee Felix Brych faces a challenging setback with the rupture of his ACL during the recent Frankfurt-Stuttgart match in the 12th round of the German Bundesliga.

The 48-year-old sustained the injury during the second half of the first half, involving a twist to his ankle and right knee.

Despite his determination, Brych had to withdraw at halftime, paving the way for Patrick Schwengers, the fourth official, who made his debut in this unexpected twist of events.

This marked Brych’s 344th appearance in the Bundesliga, equaling the record set by Wolfgang Stark in May 2017.

This isn’t the first instance of Brych’s match cut short; a similar event occurred in August 2017 during the Cologne-Hamburg game (3-1).

With the severity of this injury, Brych is scheduled for surgery in the upcoming weeks, effectively ending his season prematurely.

Footballrover understands that this unfortunate development might likely casts uncertainty over his potential participation in EURO 2024.

The news of Brych’s injury prompts concerns about his recovery timeline and the impact on his future officiating assignments, including the prestigious EURO 2024 tournament.

Sports injuries can be unpredicted, which highlights the difficulties referees and players encounter and the importance of proper recovery and rehabilitation procedures.

As Brych sets off on his path to recovery, football fans will surely stand behind him and will anxiously await news of his progress and possible return to the pitch.

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