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Monterrey Confirms Lucas Ocampos Has Left-Side Facial Paralysis, Will Miss Copa Pacífica Trip

His availability for the Jan. 10 Clausura opener remains in doubt pending medical reassessment.

Overview

  • The club said the paralysis affects the left side of his face and is of probable viral origin, following evaluation by a specialist.
  • Ocampos has been placed on a seven-day rest protocol under medical supervision before any return to group training is considered.
  • Rayados removed him from regular preseason workloads and ruled him out of the upcoming Copa Pacífica matches in Guadalajara.
  • Team staff will decide on his reintegration and potential participation against Toluca after reviewing his clinical evolution.
  • The setback follows recent availability issues, including a scooter accident that caused a wrist fracture, as he signaled positivity on social media.