Vertonghen Incident Shows Need For Temporary Concussion Substitutions
Vertonghen was left bloodied after he collided with team-mate Toby Alderweireld when they challenged Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana to an aerial ball in the first half of Spurs’ 1-0 home defeat in the first leg on Tuesday. The 32-year-old received lengthy treatment before being cleared to return to the pitch, only to signal moments later that he was unable to continue. Vertonghen appeared groggy and had to be helped down the tunnel in worrying scenes but stated after the match he had no concussion despite fainting....