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Olympiacos - Leverkusen: Retsos-Hincapie clash, stitches for the Italian

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Olympiacos - Leverkusen: Retsos-Hincapie clash, stitches for the Italian
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A serious clash occurred between Panagiotis Retsos and Piero Hincapie during the match between Olympiacos and Leverkusen at the "G. Karaiskakis" stadium.

In the 33rd minute of the game, the two players collided fiercely while vying for the ball, resulting in the Italian defender of Leverkusen injuring his forehead and requiring medical attention.

Hincapie received first aid and stitches were applied, and a net was placed. Despite his initial attempt to continue, the wound reopened and he was replaced at halftime by Biancon.

The Olympiacos fans applauded both players for their effort.

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