The Mexican national team will have a great setback with a view to the 2022 Qatar World Cup. A few hours ago, the Spanish press reported the terrible injury suffered by footballer Jesús 'Tecatito' Corona. The Sevilla winger had to leave training in an ambulance and caused a lot of concern among fans.
Images posted on social media show that the vehicle carrying him leaves the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium before the scheduled session by the club concludes. Although there was a lot of uncertainty about the striker's condition, Julen Lopetegui himself mentioned that they were awaiting tests. Hours later, the Spanish team provided details about it and confirmed the worst prognosis.
"Seville winger Jesús 'Tecatito' Corona has suffered a major injury in training this Thursday. The player was urgently transferred to FREMAP after training to undergo tests that have revealed a fracture of the fibula and the deltoid ligament of the left ankle, as reported by the club's medical team. 'Tecatito' will be operated on this afternoon for the injury by Dr. Najarro," they detailed on their website.
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Sevilla's message about 'Tecatito' Corona. Photo: capture from Sevilla/Twitter
In this way, the 29-year-old attacker was ruled out of the next World Cup. As revealed in the statement, the player's recovery time will be approximately four to five months.
Waiting for an official statement from Gerardo Martino, the Argentine strategist will have to think about how to replace one of his best players. Corona was key during the Concacaf qualifiers and there was great expectation to see him participate in the premier international tournament.