Motherwell’s Zach Robinson Sidelined for Season Due to Achilles Rupture

Motherwell’s striker, Zach Robinson, will be unavailable for the remainder of the season following an Achilles rupture sustained during a training session. Robinson had joined Motherwell from Dundee earlier this summer. The 22-year-old forward sustained the injury on Tuesday morning, reportedly “going down as he went for the ball” during what was described as “a shape walkthrough.” Motherwell has indicated that there are “no clear timescales” for his return. However, the English player is scheduled for surgery on Thursday and is expected to be “out for a considerable period of time, including the rest of this season.” Since his arrival at the Scottish Premiership club, Robinson has made 19 appearances, scoring two goals. His move to Motherwell followed his departure from Wimbledon, having spent the previous season on loan at Dundee from Wimbledon. Manager Stuart Kettlewell conveyed his thoughts on the club’s website, stating: “This is a real blow. We have been working to get players back to fitness, which has been going well, but to then be dealt this news, it’s gutting. We now have seven players unavailable, which is far from ideal.” Kettlewell further added: “We were just going through team shape for Wednesday’s game at walking pace. With no signs beforehand of an upcoming injury, it’s disappointing all round. Most importantly, the player needs to be looked after.”