Varga, 29, collided with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn during their Euro 2024 match on Monday, in which Hungary secured a 1-0 win deep into injury time.
An additional 10 minutes were played in Stuttgart due to Varga’s serious injury and the ensuing scenes.
The Ferencvaros striker was rushed to the hospital after being knocked unconscious in the collision with Gunn. Varga was quickly surrounded by his teammates, with sheets erected to shield him from view.
Fortunately, Hungary manager Marco Rossi confirmed shortly after the game that Varga’s life wasn’t in danger. Now, fans have received even better news: the 29-year-old has been discharged from the hospital.
During his three-night stay, Varga was pictured alongside his girlfriend, Laura Skrapits, members of Hungary’s coaching staff, and his teammates. The 13-capped international, who has scored an impressive seven goals for his country, was seen leaving the Stuttgart hospital with bandages on his face and wearing sunglasses.
In a statement, Ferencvaros confirmed: “Barnabas Varga is back at home!” The Hungarian FA added: “Barnabas Varga was released from the Stuttgart hospital this morning and is currently recovering at home in Hungary.” Ferencvaros’ club doctor, Gergely Panics, also visited the hospital and advised on the surgery.
Varga’s father told Hungarian news outlet Magyar Nemzet: “Barni suffered a concussion during the collision and lost consciousness. By the time he reached the ambulance, he had already regained consciousness, after which he was taken to the clinic in Stuttgart, where, after the examination, a therapeutic plan was drawn up, according to which he would be operated on.
“Our striker suffered multiple facial skull fractures, several smaller and larger bones were broken in his face, and some were even dislocated. After the operation, he will be kept in for two days. If everything goes well, he will be released on Wednesday.”
