Manchester City's Rodri Suffers Knee Injury, Undergoing Scan This Week

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Manchester City are sweating on the fitness of Rodri after the influential midfielder limped off their 2-2 draw against Arsenal on Sunday due to a knee injury. Rodri, a key player in City's fourth consecutive Premier League title win, was replaced in the 20th minute of the contest at the Etihad after appearing to hurt his right knee. The 28-year-old is set to undergo a scan on the injury early this week, with the extent of the damage currently unknown.

Key Takeaways:

  • Rodri limped off in the 20th minute of Manchester City's 2-2 draw against Arsenal on Sunday due to a knee injury.
  • The midfielder is set to undergo a scan on the injury early this week to determine the extent of the damage.
  • Rodri is considered a key player for Manchester City, having lost just one match for club and country since Spain's defeat to Scotland in March 2023.
  • City have several important fixtures coming up, including a trip to Newcastle United and a visit to Liverpool, with Rodri's availability uncertain.
  • Guardiola considers Rodri "the best holding midfielder in the world" and a potential Ballon d'Or winner.
  • Rodri's injury has sparked concerns for the midfielder's availability for the upcoming EFL Cup and Premier League fixtures.

Statistics:

  • Rodri has lost just one match for club and country since Spain's defeat to Scotland in March 2023.
  • Manchester City have won 4 consecutive Premier League titles.
  • Rodri started all 7 of Spain's matches as La Roja won Euro 2024.
  • Rodri is considered a strong contender for this year's Ballon d'Or, along with Real Madrid and Brazil winger Vinicius Jr.

Sources:

  • The Guardian
  • BBC Sport