Marcel Ruiz, uncertainty in his recovery after leaving with ice: Will he be able to make it to the 2026 World Cup?

Marcel Ruiz, a player for Toluca, has once again raised concerns about his recovery. After playing in the semi-final of the Concacaf Champions League against LAFC, he finished the match with caution and medical care, showing concern for his right knee. Despite walking without complications, the presence of ice when leaving the field has raised doubts.

Previous Injury and Critical Decisions

Let's remember that Ruiz suffered a partial rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament and a medial meniscus injury in the same knee between March and April. With the 2026 World Cup approaching, a conservative treatment was chosen to try to arrive in optimal condition with the Mexican national team. Despite being a player valued by Javier Aguirre, the injury has kept him out of the initial call-up for the Tri, which consisted only of players from Liga MX.

Possibilities for Call-up

Although Aguirre has not included him in this first list, there are rumors about the possibility of adding additional local players. Marcel Ruiz could be among the options, but his cautious exit from the last match has cast more doubts on his participation in the World Cup.

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