UPDATE: Truro City suffered a heart-wrenching 3-2 defeat against Sutton United on October 21, 2023, in a match overshadowed by a serious injury to star winger Dom Johnson-Fisher. Despite a valiant effort and a brace from Lirak Hasani, the team was unable to secure victory at the Truro City Stadium.
The game took a tragic turn when Johnson-Fisher was injured in the build-up to Sutton’s first goal. The 23-year-old was treated on the field before being transported to the Royal Cornwall Hospital by ambulance, leaving fans and teammates concerned about his condition.
Initially, the match seemed to be in favor of Sutton, who took a commanding lead with goals from Jayden Harris and Kai Jennings. However, Truro City fought back fiercely, with Hasani scoring two goals within minutes to level the match at 2-2.
With the crowd roaring, it seemed Truro was poised to claim a crucial victory to end a streak of four consecutive losses. However, Jennings dashed those hopes just moments after Truro leveled, netting his second goal of the match to secure Sutton’s win.
“The result is gutting for everybody and apart from the mistakes we made, it was a good performance,” said Truro City manager John Askey after the match. “We can’t keep making mistakes, and that has cost us again today.”
Truro’s performance showed promise, especially in the second half, but critical errors allowed Sutton to regain the lead. Askey noted that the team’s attitude and commitment were commendable, but the mistakes ultimately led to their downfall.
As for Johnson-Fisher, further updates on his condition are pending, with the club expected to release more information in the coming days. The injury adds to the team’s woes as they look to recover from a challenging start to their National League campaign.
Fans are urged to stay tuned for updates on Johnson-Fisher’s recovery and the team’s next steps as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures. The emotional toll of this match, coupled with the uncertainty surrounding the injury, has left Truro City supporters eager for news and hoping for a turnaround in their fortunes.
Truro City now sits at the bottom of the National League table, and the players must regroup quickly to turn their season around. With the next match on the horizon, the team faces a vital moment to regain momentum and lift the spirits of their devoted fanbase.
