MLS fans were shocked as Chicho Arango of Real Salt Lake suffered an injury during a vital match against San Jose Earthquakes. This hamstring issue raises concerns for RSL’s playoff ambitions. With Arango leading the Golden Boot race, his absence could impact the team’s performance.
The Real Salt Lake’s star striker Chicho Arango faced a concerning injury on Matchday 29 against the San Jose Earthquakes. The incident occurred in the 41st minute, forcing him to leave the game with a right hamstring tweak. Arango expressed his frustration, visibly upset as he exited the pitch, being consoled by head coach Pablo Mastroeni.
Impact on the Team
As the leading scorer in the Golden Boot race with 17 goals and 11 assists, Arango’s injury casts a shadow over RSL’s hopes of securing home-field advantage in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. Currently positioned third in the Western Conference, his performance is crucial for the team’s success.