Manuel Ugarte Suffers ACL Tear as Uruguay Confirm Knee Injury

Uruguay national team star midfielder Manuel Ugarte sustained a serious knee injury during the final Group H match against Spain at the World Cup. The player was substituted in the first half after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

The Uruguayan Football Association confirmed the diagnosis and announced that they are working together with Manchester United to determine the next steps in his recovery. The timeline for the midfielder's return to action remains uncertain.