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Marcel Ruiz Leaves Toluca Semifinal With Ice on Knee as Mexico Keeps World Cup Door Open

His World Cup chances hinge on fitness updates before FIFA’s May 11 pre-list deadline.

Overview

  • Ruiz, who hurt his right knee in March, started and captained Toluca’s Concacaf semifinal at LAFC on Thursday, then left with ice on the same knee.
  • Toluca and the player have not issued a medical update since the game, so the ice could be routine care rather than a new setback.
  • FMF director Duilio Davino said the World Cup roster stays open, with a FIFA pre-list due May 11 and final picks due June 1.
  • Ruiz was left out of the first group of Liga MX call-ups, which keeps his place in doubt as he builds minutes.
  • Post-game icing helps reduce swelling in joints under load, which is common for knees recovering from partial ACL and meniscus injuries.