São Paulo give injury update on Enzo Díaz and Wendell, full details here | OneFootball

São Paulo updated the medical status of left-backs Enzo Díaz and Wendell after the victory over Botafogo on Sunday night. The São Paulo team defeated the Rio de Janeiro team 1-0 at Morumbis in the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship.

Initially, Enzo Díaz suffered a sprain in his left ankle, while Wendell felt discomfort in the adductor muscle of his left thigh. Both will be reassessed and will undergo tests when the team regroups, scheduled for this Monday.

Enzo Díaz fell alone on the Morumbis field in the first half. As a result, he was substituted at halftime and left the field for Wendell to enter, who finished the match feeling pain. It is worth noting that number 18 is returning to play after recovering from a left thigh injury.

Coach Hernán Crespo had already made an initial analysis of Enzo Díaz's problem in a press conference after the victory. However, the coach still believes he might have the wingback available for the team's next match.

“I think it was a bruise, but we'll talk to the Doctor later. I knew he had problems and took him out because he had already felt it. I think it was a bruise, but I don't think it's serious. Enzo is tough, he won't stop [laughs]. He will be fit. Enzo will play, he's calm [laughs],” said Crespo.

Crespo also clarified Wendell's situation and mentioned the poor condition of the Morumbis field, stating that the player finished the match playing “with sacrifice.”

“Wendell suffered an injury, came back, felt the adductor a bit heavier. There are always risks. I don't know what happened to the field, but it wasn't regular, it wasn't how we like to play. It's not the field's fault, I'm not saying that, but he played with a lot of sacrifice, with a lot of heart, stayed until the end and felt pain. But we'll see. I hope it's not serious,” the coach added.

If the absences of Enzo Díaz and Wendell are confirmed, the only option for São Paulo's left wing will be the young Patryck, a product of Cotia.

Situation in the Brazilian Championship standings

With the result, São Paulo returned to winning in the Brasileirão after losing to Cruzeiro in the last round. The São Paulo team remained in seventh position due to tiebreaker criteria, but closely approached the G6, matching Botafogo's 35 points.

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