Overview
- Rayados reported a facial paralysis on the left side of Lucas Ocampos' face, described as likely viral in origin, after a specialist evaluation established his treatment plan.
- The medical staff prescribed at least seven days of rest with daily monitoring to determine when he can resume preseason work.
- Ocampos is ruled out of the immediate Copa Pacífica friendlies in Guadalajara as Monterrey opens its preseason schedule.
- His availability for the Clausura 2026 opener against Toluca around January 10–11 remains undecided pending his clinical evolution.
- This setback follows a late-November scooter accident that caused a fractured wrist and facial trauma, and both the club and player have stressed a cautious approach, with Ocampos posting, "January will be better."