Cano’s thigh pain worries Fluminense after win over Platense | OneFootball

In the final minutes of Fluminense’s 2-0 win over Platense this Tuesday (8) at the Maracanã, in the Libertadores quarterfinals, Germán Cano felt pain in the back of his right thigh, had to stay on the field, and left the stadium limping after undergoing an anti-doping test.

The Argentine striker will be evaluated this Wednesday (9) at CT Carlos Castilho. Imaging tests will be carried out to determine the extent of the injury and whether Cano will be fit to take part in Tricolor’s upcoming matches.

The problem happened near the end of the second half. On a counterattack, Cano received the ball with space and had the chance to extend Fluminense’s lead, but was unable to finish the move in the best way. Shortly afterward, he fell to the ground and grabbed the back of his right thigh, indicating discomfort.

The situation became even more complicated because Marcão had already used all three substitution windows allowed during the match. As a result, Cano remained on the field until the end of the game.

After the match, the No. 14 left the Maracanã accompanied by his son, Lorenzo, showing difficulty walking. The striker’s physical condition will be monitored by Fluminense’s medical department starting this Wednesday.

Cano’s possible absence would be a major issue for Marcão at a crucial point in the season. Fluminense took a 2-0 lead over Platense and will decide a place in the Libertadores semifinals next Tuesday (15) in Buenos Aires.

Before the second clash with the Argentine side, Tricolor will also face Atlético-MG on Saturday in the Brazilian Championship. The tests to be carried out this Wednesday will be decisive in determining whether Cano will be available for the upcoming matches.

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