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Uruguayan news outlet shares latest on Bentancur after Spurs star came off in WC clash today
Tottenham Hotspur star Rodrigo Bentancur had to come off after just 34 minutes in Uruguay’s World Cup meeting with Ghana today.
The Spurs midfielder has been one of his nation’s best players at the tournament.
However, Bentancur only just made it past a third of the crucial game against the Black Stars when he pulled up in pain.
Matias Vecino replaced the Tottenham ace, with Uruguay 2-0 up against Ghana.
In the end, the two-time world champions could only finish third despite triumphing by the above scoreline.
South Korea’s 2-1 win over Portugal meant Son Heung-min’s nation progressed ahead of Uruguay on goals scored.
As for Bentancur, Uruguayan news outlet shared the latest on what happens next, as per .
It’s claimed that following this injury issue, he’s set to be checked by Uruguay’s doctors.
They should bring an official report in the ‘next few hours’, added the report.
‘A real blow’
As per , Bentancur had his hands on his head as his teammates consoled him before he was helped to his feet and walked off the pitch.
It’s unclear what injury the Tottenham star has suffered. However, he was visibly upset as he left the field of play with Vecino replacing him in midfield.
During commentary on for the game, lead commentator Steve Wilson said in the 32nd minute of the match: “Bit of an injury worry here for Uruguay.”
Just over a minute later, he added: “Bentancur is not able to continue. And Matias Vecino is coming on for the Tottenham midfielder. This is a real blow for Diego Alonso.”
It proved a significant blow for Uruguay. Now let’s hope it’s not serious for Bentancur’s sake, as well as that of Spurs.