Tomás Araújo
BenficaCB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
May 16, 2002 (24)
Right
6'2"
179 lb
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Out Tuesday
Araujo (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's match against Uzbekistan, according to SIC Noticias.
Analysis: Araujo is not going to be with the Portuguese team for their final group stage match, as the defender is missing due to physical issues. After starting their opener, this will force some rotation for Portugal, with a recovered Ruben Dias likely to start in his place. The central defense will then likely be made up of Renato Veiga and Dias as they try to recover from a shocking opening match draw against DR Congo. Araujo will no fucos on recovery for their final group stage match against Colombia, likely to be their toughest challenge in the group.
Unlikely for Uzbekistan clash
Araujo (undisclosed) missed another collective training session and continued his specific recovery work in the gym, making him unlikely to feature in Tuesday's clash against Uzbekistan, according to Cabine Desportiva.
Analysis: Araujo picked up the minor injury during the opening group stage fixture against DR Congo and has been unable to rejoin his teammates in training since. The federation expects him to return to collective sessions in the next training session, suggesting the issue is not considered serious beyond the immediate fixture. His absence is a limited concern given that Ruben Dias has returned to availability and is expected to start alongside Renato Veiga in central defense, with Araujo's return to full training the priority ahead of Portugal's final group stage clash.
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