Al-Ittihad Announces Roger Fernandez's ACL Injury

Al Ittihad Club has officially announced that Portuguese player Roger Fernandes has suffered a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament of his left knee, following an injury during recent training sessions. The club revealed through its official account that medical examinations confirmed the nature of the injury sustained during the training session held on Saturday evening. The medical staff at Al Ittihad is currently preparing to complete the necessary procedures for Roger Fernandes' surgery, in preparation for the start of his treatment and rehabilitation according to the specified medical program. The player's injury comes at a difficult time for Al Ittihad, who are preparing for an important match against Al Jazira of the UAE, as part of the playoff qualifying for the elite AFC Champions League. Roger Fernandes had sustained a knee injury during Al Ittihad's training, raising doubts about his ability to participate against Al Jazira, before examinations revealed the extent of the injury. The Al Ittihad delegation is scheduled to head to the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, today, Sunday, on a private plane, in preparation for the anticipated match against Al Jazira. Al Ittihad will conduct two training sessions in Abu Dhabi before the match, while Roger Fernandes will begin arrangements for surgery in the coming days, followed by his treatment and rehabilitation program to return to the pitch.