GOLAZONEWSRobert Hartmann explains decision following Loic Badé injury in Leverkusen defeat
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- Bayer 04 Leverkusen suffered a 0-3 loss against Hoffenheim.
- Defender Loic Badé was involved in a severe collision during the match.
- Referee Robert Hartmann clarified why he did not halt play immediately after the incident.
Bayer 04 Leverkusen endured a difficult outing against Hoffenheim, losing the match 0-3. Beyond the result, the team dealt with a significant injury to defender Loic Badé, who was involved in a heavy collision on the pitch. Initial reports suggest a slight all-clear regarding the player's condition following the incident.
The match was marked by controversy as referee Robert Hartmann chose not to stop play immediately after Badé went down. Hartmann has since provided an explanation for his officiating during that specific moment. While the collision appeared serious, the official clarified the reasoning behind his decision to let the game continue before eventually addressing the injured player.