Rodri could be facing a spell on the sidelines after picking up an injury during Manchester City’s match against Arsenal. The midfielder, who has been a vital part of Pep Guardiola’s squad, appeared to suffer a knee injury that might keep him out of action for some time.
Rodri’s troubles started early in the match when he was caught by Kai Havertz just two seconds into the game. Havertz’s shoulder knocked Rodri down, leaving him on the ground for about two minutes.
Despite this initial setback, Rodri continued playing and was involved in a controversial moment when Erling Haaland put City ahead. As a corner came in, Rodri went down in the box, leading to shouts for a penalty from the City supporters. However, upon closer inspection, it was clear that Rodri had caught his studs in the turf, injuring his knee in the process.
The pain was evident as Rodri instantly dropped to the ground, clutching his knee. He received treatment on the pitch but was eventually forced to leave the game, limping off while being replaced by Mateo Kovacic.
As he walked past Pep Guardiola on his way to the tunnel, Rodri shook his head, a sign of frustration and concern about the severity of the injury.
This potential setback for Rodri adds to Manchester City’s growing list of injuries. Kevin De Bruyne, another key player for the team, was not available for the match due to an injury he sustained during City’s match against Inter Milan. Guardiola had previously described De Bruyne’s injury as “not major,” but the Belgian’s absence continues to be felt by the squad.
Guardiola will likely face questions about the condition of both Rodri and De Bruyne during his post-match interviews, as City fans and media wait for updates on the fitness of two of the team’s most influential players.
The injury situation has worsened for the Blues, with Nathan Ake and Oscar Bobb also dealing with long-term fitness issues.
City’s fixture list remains hectic, with a Carabao Cup match against Watford scheduled just 48 hours after the game against Arsenal. Guardiola will need to carefully manage his squad as they navigate these challenges, hoping that Rodri’s injury is not as serious as it first appeared and that De Bruyne can return to full fitness soon.
