Manchester City’s Rodri Ruled Out for Season After ACL Injury Against Arsenal
Manchester City’s Rodri Out for the Season Following ACL Injury Against Arsenal
Manchester City midfielder Rodri is set to miss the rest of the 2024-25 season after sustaining an ACL injury in the match against Arsenal. Learn more about the injury and its impact on City’s season.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri is reportedly set to miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season after sustaining an ACL injury during the Premier League clash against Arsenal. The injury occurred during the first half of the match, when Rodri collided with Arsenal’s Thomas Partey, forcing him to be substituted in the 21st minute.
The 28-year-old Spanish international had just begun his league campaign after being sidelined in City’s opening two fixtures due to a hamstring injury. Rodri made his first appearance of the season as a substitute during City’s 2-1 win against Brentford, where he played 45 minutes. His start against Arsenal marked his first league start of the season, only for it to be cut short by this unfortunate injury.
Speaking after the match, City manager Pep Guardiola expressed concern but also highlighted Rodri’s resilience: “Rodri is strong. He left the pitch because he felt something, otherwise, he would have continued playing.”
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This injury comes as a major blow for City, as Rodri has been an indispensable part of their midfield. His performances last season were pivotal in Manchester City’s historic achievement of securing a fourth consecutive Premier League title. Furthermore, Rodri was instrumental in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph, where he was named Player of the Tournament as Spain lifted their record fourth European Championship title.
Since joining Manchester City from Atletico Madrid in 2019, Rodri has cemented his reputation as one of the world's top defensive midfielders. He has made 260 appearances for the club across all competitions, contributing 26 goals and 30 assists. One of his most memorable moments came in the UEFA Champions League final in 2023, where his winning goal against Inter Milan secured Manchester City’s first-ever European Cup, completing an incredible treble for the club.
Rodri's absence will be keenly felt as City look to defend their Premier League title and make another push for European glory. The timeline for his recovery is yet to be confirmed, but reports suggest he may not return until the 2025 season. City will now have to rely on their squad depth to fill the void left by one of their most consistent and reliable players.
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