Barcelona won Sunday night’s derby with Real Madrid (2-1) to move 12 points clear at the top of La Liga. The Catalans suffered an important loss in defense after Ronald Araujo complained of a muscle problem late in the game.
Ronald Araujo is injured and will miss the Uruguay national team
Ronald Araujo had a bad night against Real Madrid.
The Uruguayan defender scored an own goal after receiving a ball in the face and needed ice to relieve muscle soreness at the end of the game.
On Monday, the Catalans issued a press release stating that the defender has suffered an injury and will be unavailable for the next period.
“Tests conducted this morning show that Ronald Araujo has an adductor muscle injury. It’s not available, and a search will find it.” – says the club’s official press release.
MEDICAL NEWS | Tests this morning revealed that Ronald Araujo has a left adductor injury. He is out and his fitness will determine his recovery. pic.twitter.com/L3ZHtLNsAT
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 20, 2023
Uruguay will play two friendly matches in the coming days against Japan (March 24) and South Korea (March 28) and Araujo will not be able to attend due to medical reasons.
Source: Hot News
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