The match between Tottenham and Sunderland in the English Premier League on Sunday witnessed an emotional moment when Argentine defender Cristian Romero left the field in tears after sustaining an injury.

Romero sustained an injury after a joint tackle with Tottenham's goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky during the second half at the "Stadium of Light," forcing him to leave the field limping, amid a sense of concern among his teammates.

Reports indicated that the injury is in the collateral ligament, and it is expected to keep him out of the field for a period ranging from 5 to 8 weeks, which means he will miss the rest of the season's matches with his team.

Although there has been no official announcement regarding the final details of the situation, initial indications confirm that the player will not be able to return before the end of the season, dealing a significant blow to the team.

The injury comes at a critical time for the Argentine national team, ahead of the 2026 World Cup starting next June, as Romero is considered one of the key players in the team's defense under coach Lionel Scaloni.

In the context of the match, goalkeeper Antonín Kinský continued playing despite suffering a head injury that required a bandage, while the match ended with Tottenham losing 1-0.

For his part, team coach Roberto De Zerbi described Romero's injury as "severe," confirming that the medical staff will continue to assess the situation in the coming days before determining the exact duration of his absence.

This loss adds to Tottenham's struggles in the league standings, as the team remains in the danger zone with the season nearing its end and only a few rounds remaining.