Araujo's brother criticizes Bielsa after Ronald's injury ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:24 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Ronald Araujo has suffered a muscle injury just days before Uruguay's World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia on June 12. His brother, Mikael Araujo, expressed frustration towards Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa on social media, commenting on the timing of player injuries. Araujo is currently receiving treatment in Barcelona, raising doubts about his participation in the tournament. Despite the injury, there is hope he may recover in time for group matches against Cape Verde and Spain later this month.
- •Ronald Araujo's injury is confirmed just before the World Cup.
- •Mikael Araujo criticized Bielsa over the timing of injuries.
- •Ronald is receiving treatment in Barcelona and doubts remain for his fitness.
- •Uruguay plays Saudi Arabia on June 12, followed by matches against Cape Verde and Spain.
- 7:24 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Thanks for injuring players’ - Araujo’s brother takes aim at Bielsa ahead of World Cup 2026
"Frustrations are starting to show ahead of the big kick-off.
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