PMFC captain Hegedűs Márk out for ten months with knee injury

PMFC advanced to the round of 16 of the MOL Magyar Kupa after defeating Kisvárda 4-2, but the victory came at a significant cost to the squad. Team captain Hegedűs Márk sustained a serious knee injury during the contest, casting a shadow over the result.

The 27-year-old was forced off the pitch in the 81st minute due to the injury. Initial assessments on the field raised concerns about the severity of the damage, prompting further medical investigation.

An MRI scan conducted on Thursday confirmed the worst-case scenario. The imaging revealed that Hegedűs had torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. This diagnosis means his 2026/2027 league campaign is over.

PMFC team doctor Dr. Papp Zsolt explained the mechanics of the incident to the club website. He noted that following contact, Hegedűs planted his left foot, which twisted inward, causing immediate pain. The doctor stated that the nature of the movement made a serious injury highly suspect even before the scan.

Surgical intervention is required to replace the torn ligament. While the exact date for the operation is still being coordinated, the subsequent rehabilitation period is expected to last approximately ten months.