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Uruguay retains Giorgian de Arrascaeta in World Cup squad amid injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 7:32 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Uruguay retains Giorgian de Arrascaeta in World Cup squad amid injury
Summary

Giorgian de Arrascaeta remains part of Uruguay's national team for the 2026 World Cup despite a grade 2 calf injury. The Uruguayan Football Association confirmed the decision on June 3, stating that medical staff anticipate his recovery in time for the knockout rounds. De Arrascaeta sustained the injury during training on June 2, raising questions about his availability for the tournament. However, the team's delegation opted to keep him on the roster, mirroring a similar situation with Brazil's Neymar. Uruguay's group stage matches start on June 15 against Saudi Arabia.

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  • •De Arrascaeta diagnosed with a grade 2 calf injury.
  • •Uruguayan Football Association confirms he will stay with the squad.
  • •His return is expected for the knockout stage of the tournament.
  • •Uruguay begins group play on June 15 against Saudi Arabia.
  • •Similar situation noted with Brazil's Neymar also facing a calf injury.
Latest Updates
  • 7:32 PMYahoo Sports — ⚠️ Uruguay decide Arrascaeta's situation after injury
  • 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — 🙌Relief for Bielsa: De Arrasceta stays in the squad
What they're saying
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Uruguayan supporters and Giorgian de Arrascaeta fans can breathe a sigh of relief.Despite the scare caused by an injury to his right calf, the midfielder will not be removed from La Celeste’s squad ...

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Giorgian De Arrascaeta, a key figure in Uruguay’s midfield, raised alarms within the national team after suffering discomfort in one of his legs during Tuesday morning’s training session on June 2...

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