Overview

• Rodri ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and also injured his meniscus during a Premier League match against Arsenal.
• The injury was confirmed after tests earlier this week, and he underwent surgery on Friday.
• Manager Pep Guardiola acknowledged the significant impact of Rodri's absence but emphasized the need for the team to adapt.
• Rodri's injury highlights ongoing concerns about player workload amid an increasingly packed soccer calendar.
• Manchester City will also be without midfielder Kevin De Bruyne for their upcoming match against Newcastle United.