César Montes Injured During Match
César Montes left the field injured 30 minutes into the match between Lokomotiv Moscow and Akhmat Grozny. This injury raises questions about his availability for the upcoming FIFA Date in March, where Mexico is set to face Portugal and Belgium.
According to Mikhail Galaktionov, Montes’ injury doesn’t seem serious at first glance. However, the player is currently under evaluation for muscle discomfort in Russia, and further details are expected.
Montes is a key figure in the Mexican national team, often regarded as the undisputed leader of the defense alongside Johan Vásquez. His absence could significantly impact the team’s preparations as they gear up for the World Cup, which begins on June 11.
In addition to Montes, other players are also dealing with injuries. Santiago Giménez is in the final recovery stage after undergoing ankle surgery in December, while Edson Álvarez recently had ankle surgery in the Netherlands, with an estimated downtime of 6 to 8 weeks.
César Huerta underwent pelvis surgery in November and is currently working separately at Anderlecht in Belgium. Furthermore, Rodrigo Huescas has a confirmed absence due to a cruciate ligament injury.
Head coach Javier Aguirre has expressed the need for key players to be at 100% to finalize the roster. As the team prepares for their debut against South Africa, the puzzle becomes increasingly difficult to piece together.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the severity of Montes’ injury, but the official report from Lokomotiv is expected within the next 48 hours. The situation is critical as El Tri races against time and injuries to solidify their squad ahead of the World Cup.