Man City's Rodri Sustains Suspected Hamstring Injury During Premier League Match

Manchester City midfielder Rodri suffered a suspected hamstring injury in the early stages of the Premier League match against Brentford, adding to his recent injury struggles. The 29-year-old, last year's Ballon d'Or winner, has faced a challenging recovery after an ACL injury in September 2024 that sidelined him for eight months, followed by a groin issue during the Club World Cup. Rodri was replaced by Nico Gonzalez as City led 1-0, but the injury raises concerns over his ability to maintain fitness this season. Manager Pep Guardiola has emphasized the need for careful management of Rodri’s workload, noting it may take most of the season for him to regain his best form. Despite returning to action recently and playing in the Champions League, Rodri's persistent knee pain and now this hamstring setback highlight the ongoing challenges in his recovery. The full extent of the new injury is still unclear, and updates are awaited as the situation develops.