Rodrigo Bentancur posts health update after being rushed to hospital
Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur provided fans with an encouraging update after suffering a distressing injury during Wednesday night’s 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final.
The incident occurred just five minutes into the match when Bentancur leaped for a header at the near post during a Tottenham corner. He landed awkwardly and remained motionless on the pitch, sparking immediate concern among teammates and spectators.
The reaction from his teammates was urgent as they signaled for medical assistance. Medics quickly arrived on the scene, treating the 27-year-old for nine tense minutes before he was stretchered off to applause from both Tottenham and Liverpool fans.
The seriousness of the situation left those in the stadium visibly worried as Bentancur was rushed to the hospital for further evaluation.
Hours later, Bentancur took to Instagram to reassure his supporters. Sharing a photo of himself smiling alongside his long-term partner Melany La Banca, he expressed gratitude for the messages of support and celebrated his team’s victory.
His post, which read, “All good, guys! Thank you for the messages!!! Congratulations for the victory boys!!!” provided much-needed relief to fans who had anxiously awaited news on his condition.
The injury marked an unfortunate turn in what was Bentancur’s return to action following a one-match suspension served during Tottenham’s weekend loss to Newcastle.
Before this, he had also faced a seven-game ban after being accused of using an alleged racial slur toward teammate and captain Son Heung-min during an interview in Uruguay. Despite these setbacks, his presence on the pitch against Liverpool had been a welcome sight for Tottenham supporters eager to see him return to form.
While the exact timeline for Bentancur’s recovery remains uncertain, seeing him smiling and sitting upright in his hospital bed has been a source of comfort for fans. His resilience and positive spirit have been evident, and supporters will undoubtedly await his full recovery with optimism.
The match itself was eventful, with another medical incident occurring in the first half when Liverpool defender Jarell Quansah required attention after feeling unwell. These stoppages led to 11 minutes of added time in the first half. The second half, however, provided a dramatic conclusion.
Tottenham initially thought they had taken the lead through Dominic Solanke, only for the goal to be ruled out due to a marginal offside decision. Eventually, it was Lucas Bergvall who delivered the decisive moment, scoring a late winner that gave Spurs a crucial advantage heading into the second leg at Anfield.
Bentancur’s fall and subsequent treatment were among the game’s most concerning moments. He appeared unconscious after hitting the ground and was administered an oxygen mask before being stretchered off. The gravity of the situation highlighted the risks players face on the pitch, but his positive update has since reassured the Tottenham community.
Manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed after the match that Bentancur remained under observation at the hospital. The priority now will be ensuring his complete recovery before determining when he can return to action.
As Tottenham prepare for the second leg of the semi-final, they will undoubtedly hope for Bentancur’s swift recovery, knowing his presence could prove invaluable as they pursue a place in the Carabao Cup final.