Arrascaeta limping footage goes viral, alarms Flamengo fans; watch | OneFootball

Uruguay National Team makes its debut at the 2026 World Cup on Monday (15) against Saudi Arabia

The Uruguay National Team traveled to the United States on Tuesday night (09) to make its debut in the 2026 World Cup on Monday (15). Then, a scene involving Arrascaeta getting off the bus went viral among Flamengo fans, who saw the club idol limping.

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“Arrascaeta was seen walking with difficulty alongside the Uruguay squad,” one X user, formerly Twitter, worried. “He should also be ashamed and ask to be cut. It’s obvious that he’s not fit to play in the World Cup,” said one rubro-negro fan.

Why is Arrascaeta limping?

Mengo released the No. 10 while he was recovering from collarbone surgery. However, two weeks before the World Cup, Uruguay reported a calf muscle injury for the player. As a result, Fla accused the national team of not respecting the player’s rehabilitation schedule.

Arrascaeta’s situation is similar to that of center back Ronald Araújo, who was released by Barcelona (ESP) and got injured with Uruguay. Just like the Most Beloved, the defender’s brother also accused La Celeste of injuring the players.

Who does Uruguay face in its World Cup debut?

Without Arrascaeta and Ronald Araújo, the Uruguay National Team takes on Saudi Arabia starting at 7 p.m. (Brasília time) on Monday (15). The ball will roll for the first match of Group H of the World Cup in Miami, United States.

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