De Arrascaeta, a significant loss for Uruguay 47 days before the 2026 World Cup

Uruguayan midfielder Giorgian De Arrascaeta fractured his right clavicle in a match between Estudiantes and Flamengo, posing a concerning setback for the national team led by Marcelo Bielsa less than two months before the 2026 World Cup.

De Arrascaeta's Injury

De Arrascaeta suffered the fracture during a moment in the game between Estudiantes de La Plata and Flamengo, where he fell awkwardly on the field and had to be replaced by Carrascal. Following the confirmation of the injury, surgery is expected to determine his availability for the World Cup.

Impact on the Uruguayan National Team

The midfielder has been a key player in Bielsa's squad, making significant goal contributions. His absence will raise concerns in Uruguay as they prepare for the upcoming World tournament.

De Arrascaeta's Statements

In a previous interview, De Arrascaeta had expressed his calmness towards injuries in football, emphasizing the unpredictability of such events. However, his clavicular fracture now puts his presence at the 2026 World Cup in doubt.

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