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James Rodríguez Hospitalized in Minnesota for Severe Dehydration, Recovering at Home

His recovery now shapes decisions for both teams.

Overview

  • Colombia's federation said Thursday that Rodríguez spent about 72 hours under observation for severe dehydration and is now recovering at home in Minnesota.
  • The captain played 63 minutes in Sunday's 3-1 loss to France in Landover and showed no symptoms until he returned to Minneapolis on Monday.
  • Minnesota United said it will update his status for Saturday's game at LA Galaxy on Friday.
  • Officials described the issue as a non-sports-related medical condition unrelated to musculoskeletal injuries or his match activity.
  • The 34-year-old has logged only 39 minutes for Minnesota since joining in February, leaving his World Cup readiness for June in question for Colombia.