Pompey Star Adrian Segečić Sidelined for Two Weeks with Injury
Portsmouth, England – Portsmouth FC has confirmed a significant blow to their squad, with influential attacking midfielder Adrian Segečić ruled out for approximately two weeks due to an injury sustained during training. The news comes as a disappointment for Pompey fans, who have grown accustomed to the Australian international’s dynamic presence in the heart of their midfield.
Segečić, a pivotal figure for the English EFL Championship club, reportedly picked up a hamstring strain during a routine session earlier this week. While the club’s medical staff are optimistic about a swift recovery, the two-week layoff means the 22-year-old will miss several crucial upcoming fixtures, impacting manager John Mousinho’s selection options.
“It’s always tough to lose a player of Adrian’s caliber, especially at this stage of the season,” stated Mousinho in a press conference. “He’s been in fantastic form, and his creativity and work rate are invaluable to us. We’re looking at a two-week recovery period, and our medical team will be working closely with him to ensure he returns to full fitness as quickly and safely as possible. It’s a setback, but we have depth in the squad, and others will now have the opportunity to step up.”
Segečić’s absence will undoubtedly be felt. Known for his incisive passing, ability to drive forward from midfield, and an eye for goal, he has been a key orchestrator of Portsmouth’s attacking plays this season. His role in linking defense and attack and his capacity to unlock stubborn defenses will be sorely missed as Pompey navigates a challenging fixture list.
The Australian professional soccer player has had an interesting journey to Fratton Park. Segečić spent most of his formative years honing his skills with Lidcombe Waratah and Parramatta FC in Australia before making a significant move to A-League giants Sydney FC in October 2016. His talent quickly shone through, leading him to European football and eventually to Portsmouth, where he has become a fan favorite.
While the exact matches Segečić will miss are yet to be confirmed, his return is eagerly anticipated. The club remains hopeful that he will be back in contention shortly after the international break, ready to contribute to Pompey’s push in the Championship. In the meantime, the squad will need to rally and demonstrate their collective strength to cover the void left by their injured star.
