Pumas coach Solari 'hurt' after Leagues Cup exit, concerned over Córdova injury

Pumas suffered their first significant setback under coach Esteban Solari, crashing out of the Leagues Cup following a 2-0 defeat to FC Cincinnati.

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We are hurt because the team showed things, the game was very even and at times we had control, but there were lapses in concentration that cost us dearly.

The Mexican club's elimination was confirmed by goals from Pavel Bucha and Kenji Mboma Dem at the TQL Stadium in Ohio. This loss, combined with a previous defeat to Charlotte FC, leaves Pumas at the bottom of their Liga MX group with no chance of advancing.

Despite the disappointing result, Solari acknowledged the team's performance, stating, "We are hurt because the team showed things, the game was very even and at times we had control, but there were lapses in concentration that cost us dearly." He expressed satisfaction with the nine scoring opportunities Pumas created, emphasizing, "The team has game volume, it generates... we have to learn, correct, and grow."

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The team has game volume, it generates... we have to learn, correct, and grow.

Adding to the team's concerns, midfielder Sebastián Córdova was forced off the field late in the match with a knee injury. Solari confirmed the team is worried about the key player, stating, "We are all worried about him because he is a very important player for us. His knee got caught, and he felt something." Medical evaluations are pending to determine the severity of the injury.

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We are all worried about him because he is a very important player for us. His knee got caught, and he felt something.