Cardiff City star Alex Smithies goalkeeper injured during his side's clash with Bristol City

Cardiff City star Alex Smithies is being assessed after being carried off on a stretcher during his side's clash with Bristol City The goalkeeper required medical treatment after going down in the ninth minute of the Championship fixture at Ashton Gate. #AlexSmithies #CardiffCity #CardiffgoalKeeper #FootballNews The 30-year-old was then treated by members of Cardiff's medical staff during a significant break in play. The star was carried off the pitch on a stretcher but encouragingly was sitting upright when he was substituted. Smithies was replaced by Dillon Phillips while Cardiff posted on Twitter: "Alex Smithies receiving treatment. No involvement in play." The Bluebirds later added: "Dillon Phillips replaces Alex Smithies. Thinking of you, Alex!" Fans have reacted after alex injury One fan responded: "Wishing Alex a speedy recovery. Another said: "Hope he's ok. Looked unsteady on his feet as he walked to the by-line. Wishing him well." A third added: "Hope Alex is going to be okay!" A fourth wrote: "Speedy recovery Alex!"