Uruguay icon urges Bielsa to 'sacrifice' Arrascaeta: “Take a risk…” | OneFootball

What is Arrascaeta’s situation?

Uruguay’s No. 10, Arrascaeta, is at risk of not playing in the 2026 World Cup. That is because, while he recovers from a calf injury, La Celeste could be eliminated in the group stage. Former national team center back Diego Lugano asked Marcelo Bielsa to take the risk and start the Flamengo player against Spain in the final round.

— I think he should take the risk, because there’s no other match. Friday is the last match. It’s time to take a risk, there’s nothing left to lose — said Diego Lugano.

What did Marcelo Bielsa say about Arrascaeta’s presence in Uruguay vs. Spain?

After the 2-2 draw between Uruguay and Cape Verde last Sunday (21), coach Marcelo Bielsa made a final decision on Arrascaeta’s situation. The coach confirmed that the No. 10 will not be available for the match against Spain this Friday (26).

— No, they have no chance of playing against Spain. Neither De Arrascaeta nor Ronald Araújo — said Marcelo Bielsa. It is worth noting that the Barcelona (ESP) center back also suffered a muscle injury during Uruguay’s preparation.

What injuries has Arrascaeta suffered?

While still with Flamengo, Arrascaeta suffered a fractured collarbone, which left him doubtful even for the World Cup. So the midfielder joined up during the Brasileirão to speed up his recovery with Uruguay’s medical department.

When Arrascaeta finally recovered from the shoulder problem and returned to on-field training with Uruguay, a new issue emerged. After a mistake by Marcelo “El Loco” Bielsa’s coaching staff, which mismanaged the No. 10’s workload, the Flamengo star suffered a right calf injury, according to reporting by journalist Léo José of Coluna do Fla.

What is Uruguay’s situation at the World Cup?

After two draws in the first two rounds of the group stage, Uruguay is in a difficult position at the World Cup. That is because Arrascaeta’s team is in second place in Group H and will face Spain in the final round. If they lose, the South Americans will be out of the tournament.

When do Uruguay and Spain face each other?

The match between Uruguay and Spain takes place this Friday (26), in the third round of the World Cup group stage. Kickoff is at 9 p.m. Brasília time at Akron Stadium in Mexico. As usual, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match through the website, YouTube and social media.

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