Man Utd's Matheus Cunha Eyes Comeback: Latest Recovery Updates and Return Timeline Revealed
Manchester United's vital 3-2 victory against Burnley on Saturday delivered a thrilling emotional journey.
The Red Devils let slip their advantage twice despite controlling the game but ultimately secured victory through Bruno Fernandes's penalty in the 97th minute. In contrast to the previous weekend's disappointment at Fulham, the Portuguese midfielder successfully converted his spot-kick to save United from embarrassment.
Following the midweek loss to Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup, securing a win against newly-promoted Burnley was imperative, and the passionate celebrations from United's squad at the final whistle demonstrated this importance.
Nevertheless, there was concerning news for United at Old Trafford. Matheus Cunha, their £62.5 million summer acquisition, was substituted in the opening half due to injury, causing Ruben Amorim to worry about the situation before the September international fixtures.
Here's the most recent update on the Brazilian striker's injury status.
What Injury Does Matheus Cunha Have?
Although the precise details of Cunha's injury remain unclear, it appears the 26-year-old suffered hamstring damage during the encounter with the Clarets. Joshua Zirkzee replaced him after merely thirty minutes at Old Trafford, and he immediately headed to the tunnel for medical attention, while United also had to substitute Mason Mount at halftime due to fitness concerns.
Following the game, Amorim provided limited information about the injuries to Cunha and Mount, stating: "Losing Cunha and Mount was difficult, especially since Mount continued playing for 30 minutes while injured. This worries me because they're crucial to our team. We'll assess the situation."
He subsequently commented: "I'm uncertain about their condition. We'll evaluate them. We desperately need these players to remain truly competitive."
When Will Matheus Cunha Return From Injury?
Without knowing the full extent of Cunha's injury, his return schedule remains uncertain. The forward might be out for days, weeks, or months, but medical examinations are required to assess the severity of his condition.
Brazil's national team has confirmed that Cunha's injury is significant enough for him to pull out of international duty during the upcoming break, ruling him out of matches against Chile and Bolivia in the coming two weeks.
On a more positive note, the Manchester Evening News reports that Cunha was "seen leaving Old Trafford walking without assistance" following the match against Burnley, potentially suggesting a less severe problem for the summer signing.
Whether Cunha will be fit when United returns to action remains uncertain, with Amorim's team next in action when they travel to face local rivals Manchester City in the Premier League on September 14.