Ronald Araujo could miss Uruguay’s opening World Cup match against Saudi Arabia, with the Barcelona defender dealing with a minor fitness issue and illness in the lead-up to the tournament.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Araujo did not train with the rest of the Uruguay squad in their last session before travelling to the United States.
The 27-year-old is suffering from a slight muscle strain, which is not considered serious, but Uruguay have started preventive treatment to avoid any risk.
The situation is further complicated by the fact that Araujo also has flu symptoms, including fever. This has slowed down his progress.
Araujo may not miss opening match of World Cup. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)
According to Mundo Deportivo, Araujo did not train with the rest of the Uruguay squad in their last session before travelling to the United States.
The 27-year-old is suffering from a slight muscle strain, which is not considered serious, but Uruguay have started preventive treatment to avoid any risk.
The situation is further complicated by the fact that Araujo also has flu symptoms, including fever. This has slowed down his progress.
Araujo may not miss opening match of World Cup. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)
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