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Jordan Chiedozie Returns to Pitch on Prosthetic Leg at Benefit Match

The match marked his first public appearance on a prosthetic leg after months of surgeries supported by daily physiotherapy.

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Overview

  • Chiedozie made his first public appearance on a prosthetic leg during a Bashley FC benefit match against AFC Bournemouth’s development side, receiving a guard of honour and standing ovation.
  • He achieved his goal of walking back onto the pitch six months after the February crash that led to his right leg amputation and multiple fractures.
  • More than £34,000 has been raised by local clubs and online fundraisers to support his ongoing recovery and adaptation to a new lifestyle.
  • He is undergoing intensive daily physiotherapy to master the prosthetic limb and hopes to rekindle his passion for sports such as golf.
  • A 44-year-old woman from Wraysbury remains on bail until August 1 after her arrest on suspicion of drink driving and causing serious injury in the crash.