{"id":53419,"date":"2024-09-23T14:52:17","date_gmt":"2024-09-23T18:52:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/?p=53419"},"modified":"2024-09-23T14:52:17","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T18:52:17","slug":"rodri-injury-latest-update-heres-what-we-know-so-far","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/rodri-injury-latest-update-heres-what-we-know-so-far\/53419\/","title":{"rendered":"Rodri injury latest update: Here\u2019s what we know so far!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Manchester City could face the rest of the season without their star midfielder, Rodri, after he suffered a serious knee injury during their 2-2 draw against Arsenal on September 22. The Spanish midfielder, who was a frontrunner for the Ballon d\u2019Or, went down clutching his right knee in the first half after stumbling while making a run to the near post during a corner kick.<\/p>\n

Rodri was helped off the field by City\u2019s medical team and was replaced by Mateo Kovacic, who later played a part in John Stones\u2019 dramatic equalizer in the 98th minute. Following the game, both manager Pep Guardiola and defender Manuel Akanji expressed uncertainty about the severity of Rodri\u2019s injury. However, reports from The Athletic and ESPN have since confirmed that the injury is serious.<\/p>\n

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Rodri\u2019s injury status: Could be out for the season<\/h3>\n

According to The Athletic, Rodri has been ruled out for a significant period, though further tests are needed to determine the full extent of the injury. ESPN reported that Rodri has suffered an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tear and is expected to undergo surgery in Barcelona, likely performed by Dr. Ramon Cugat, a trusted surgeon for Guardiola in cases of severe injuries.<\/p>\n

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First start after Euro 2024 hamstring issue<\/h3>\n

The match against Arsenal was Rodri\u2019s first Premier League start of the season following a hamstring injury he picked up during Spain\u2019s Euro 2024 final win against England.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Rodri\u2019s workload concerns and comments on player strikes<\/h3>\n

Rodri\u2019s injury comes after he publicly voiced concerns over the increasing workload on footballers due to the packed schedule. In an interview earlier in the week, he hinted at the possibility of players striking, stating that the current load of 70-80 games per season is unsustainable. He stressed that player fatigue affects performance and called for more rest to maintain the quality of football.<\/p>\n

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Man City\u2019s record without Rodri<\/h3>\n

Rodri\u2019s absence could be a huge blow for Manchester City, especially considering their past performance without him. Last season, City lost just three Premier League games, all of which Rodri missed due to suspension. His 74-match unbeaten streak across all competitions ended with the team\u2019s loss to Manchester United in the FA Cup final in May.<\/p>\n

This season, however, City has managed to perform well in Rodri\u2019s absence, securing wins against Chelsea, Ipswich Town, and West Ham. Guardiola has relied on Kovacic, Bernardo Silva, and Rico Lewis to fill the gap in midfield.<\/p>\n

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Rodri\u2019s chances of winning the Ballon d\u2019Or<\/h3>\n

Rodri is one of the top contenders for the 2024 Ballon d\u2019Or, competing with Real Madrid stars Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior. His role has been pivotal in Manchester City\u2019s Premier League dominance, and he was instrumental in Spain\u2019s Euro 2024 triumph. His iconic goal against Inter Milan in the Champions League final last season cemented his status as one of the world\u2019s best midfielders. However, this injury could impact his chances of securing the prestigious award.<\/p>\n

Rodri\u2019s recovery could take six to nine months, and with the UEFA Champions League final scheduled for May 31, it\u2019s possible he could miss the rest of the season. For now, City\u2019s chances of continuing their successful campaign will rest on how well they can cope without their midfield maestro.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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