Overview
- Stina Johannes was kicked in the face in a late collision with Real Madrid’s Iris Ashley during a Champions League match in Madrid.
- The Wolfsburg goalkeeper received on-field treatment for a bleeding nose, continued playing, and later thanked fans in a video saying she feels okay.
- Visible injuries included a swollen, bruised eye and a stitched cut on her nose, as shown in the club’s Instagram post.
- After a VAR check, Ashley was sent off for the challenge, adding to an earlier dismissal that had left Real with fewer players.
- Real Madrid won 2–0 through goals from Maria Mendez and Linda Caicedo, while Wolfsburg remain assured of advancing to the next phase.