David Busst

Worst ever sporting injuries

Chris Roberts

The nonpareil of visually horrific injuries, Busst’s nightmare only drew surname-related jokes for a very short time. In April 1996 the Coventry defender collided with two Manchester Utd. players, resulting in extensive compound fractures to both the tibia and fibula of his right leg. Play was stopped for twelve minutes while blood was cleared from the pitch and goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel vomited.

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Several players required counselling afterwards. In hospital, Busst contracted MRSA and amputation was mooted. He hoped to play again, but after 26 operations, retired. He later worked behind the scenes at Coventry and coached.