Revealing the Nature of Paqueta's Injury and Duration of Absence
The Brazilian national team suffered a major blow ahead of the start of the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup, as it was confirmed that midfielder Lucas Paquetá will be absent from the team's upcoming matches in the tournament.
Paqueta sustained a hamstring injury during the match against Japan, which ended with Brazil's victory in the round of 32. Medical examinations later confirmed that he was not fit to play in the round of 16 match.
The Brazilian Football Confederation issued an official statement, saying: "Player Lucas Paqueta underwent a medical imaging examination, which confirmed a muscle injury in the back of his left thigh. The player will undergo an intensive treatment protocol under the supervision of the Brazilian national team's medical staff, with the aim of accelerating his recovery and return to activity as soon as possible."
Paquetá's injury is considered a significant loss for the Brazilian national team, given the important role he plays in midfield. He is set to remain with the Brazilian team in hopes of recovering from the injury as soon as possible.
According to numerous press reports, Paqueta will need at least 4 weeks to recover from this injury, while the player hopes to be available to play in the World Cup final if the Brazilian team qualifies.
Paqueta sustained a hamstring injury during the match against Japan, which ended with Brazil's victory in the round of 32. Medical examinations later confirmed that he was not fit to play in the round of 16 match.
The Brazilian Football Confederation issued an official statement, saying: "Player Lucas Paqueta underwent a medical imaging examination, which confirmed a muscle injury in the back of his left thigh. The player will undergo an intensive treatment protocol under the supervision of the Brazilian national team's medical staff, with the aim of accelerating his recovery and return to activity as soon as possible."
Paquetá's injury is considered a significant loss for the Brazilian national team, given the important role he plays in midfield. He is set to remain with the Brazilian team in hopes of recovering from the injury as soon as possible.
According to numerous press reports, Paqueta will need at least 4 weeks to recover from this injury, while the player hopes to be available to play in the World Cup final if the Brazilian team qualifies.
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