"Lewis Holtby's injury, sustained while playing for Dutch team NAC Breda against Fortuna Sittard, looks to have ended the 35-year-old's season due to the depth of the wound on his left shin following a challenge with an opposition defender."
"In the tunnel, it was said that Holtby should just wear shin guards, or better shin guards. The officials also check the shin guards before the match, so it's their responsibility as well."
"They [players] are now wearing those tiny things, or basically toilet paper, just to have something there."
Shin pads in football have decreased in size, with some players opting for minimal protection. Lewis Holtby's severe leg injury has sparked debate over this trend. His injury, resulting from a challenge, has raised questions about the adequacy of current shin pad standards. Breda coach Carl Hoefkens criticized the referee's comments regarding shin pad usage, emphasizing the responsibility of officials in ensuring player safety. Players like Denis Odoi suggest a return to traditional shin pads, while analysts express concern over the minimal protection currently favored by some athletes.
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