Matías Viña
LB
Possession Builder
Nov 9, 1997 (28)
Left
5'11"
154 lb
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Subbed off during HT
Vina recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia.
Analysis: Vina was one of two Uruguay players who left the game at halftime, and he might not remain in the starting XI going forward. With Mathias Olivera able to play at left-back and Jose Maria Gimenez (ankle) a possibility to return, Vina might be the odd man out on defense. Even if Gimenez doesn't return, Juan Sanabria looked more threatening than Vina, so the River Plate defender might not be in the XI against Cape Verde on Sunday.
Returns to full training
Vina (muscular) has returned to full training with the Uruguay squad and is available as an option at left-back for coach Marcelo Bielsa following his recovery from a muscle tear, according to Sebas Giovanelli of El Espectador Uruguay.
Analysis: Vina's return to collective sessions is a timely boost for Uruguay heading into the World Cup, with coach Marcelo Bielsa now having a fully fit option available to compete for the left-back position. The River Plate defender's availability gives the coaching staff greater flexibility in their defensive setup as the tournament approaches.
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