Finley Potter of Fleetwood Town was seen with a prominent facial bandage during the Carabao Cup match against Arsenal, prompting curiosity among supporters.
The Cod Army are contesting the fourth round of the League Cup for the first time in club history tonight.
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Matt Lawlor's side have been finding it difficult in League Two this season, sitting merely two points above the relegation zone.
Nevertheless, they have secured three victories in this tournament to earn a tie with the Premier League champions.
They also produced a major upset in the previous round, defeating Championship side Sheffield United 1-0.
To date, they have not allowed a goal in the competition, with defender Finley Potter playing a key role in that record.
Why is Finley Potter wearing a bandage for Fleetwood against Arsenal in the Carabao Cup?
Potter received a severe cut above his eye during Fleetwood's 2-1 defeat to Exeter on Saturday.
The injury occurred after a collision with Taylor Perry in the first half, resulting in a yellow card for the Exeter midfielder.
Despite the wound, Potter continued playing with a bandage until he was substituted in the 61st minute.
The defender has started all 13 of The Cod Army's league matches this season, scoring once in a 2-2 draw with Grimsby.
