João Ferreira cleared after hospital night, AS Saint‑Étienne cautious

After a night under observation at the hospital, Portuguese defender João Ferreira returned home on Saturday morning, AS Saint‑Étienne confirmed, following conclusive medical tests after the violent clash in the match against Clermont. The club said he will remain under medical supervision in the coming days and that his return to training will be guided by doctors.

Medical update and cautious return

João Ferreira suffered a violent clash during the encounter with Clermont, prompting the club to transport him to the hospital as a precaution. He was taken to the facility immediately after the incident. AS Saint‑Étienne confirmed the injury occurred in the second half of the game.

Plus de peur que de mal pour João Ferreira. Après avoir passé une nuit en observation à l’hôpital, le défenseur de l’ASSE a pu rentrer chez lui ce samedi matin après des examens jugés concluants. The club stated that the examinations were conclusive and he was discharged Saturday morning to rejoin his family.

Le club précise qu’il restera vigilant et que la reprise de João Ferreira se fera en fonction des recommandations du corps médical. AS Saint‑Étienne added that no haste will be shown in bringing him back to training or competition.

Ferreira arrived this summer from Watford and signed a contract with AS Saint‑Étienne until 2029. The essential point, according to the club, is that he can recover calmly, with a return dependent on his medical situation and staff advice.

The announcement has reassured the Saint‑Étienne supporters, who were particularly worried after images of the clash. Fans can now look forward to seeing their defender back on the pitch when medically cleared.