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Pumas' Pablo Matera a doubt for rest of World Cup
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The further participation of Pablo Matera in the Rugby World Cup hangs in the balance as the flanker faces uncertainty following a suspected hamstring injury sustained during their match against Japan in Nantes.
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Matera was forced to leave the field just 23 minutes into the crucial Pool D encounter against the Brave Blossoms, casting doubt on his further participation in the tournament, should Los Pumas advance.
The Argentine team is locked in a fierce battle with Japan for the coveted second-place spot in Pool D, a position that secures a spot in the quarterfinals. The loss of their influential forward could deal a severe blow to Argentina’s aspirations.
Matera, who has been a key figure for the Pumas, will undergo a medical assessment to determine the extent of his injury and the feasibility of his return.
Matera returned to the sideline shortly after where he was picked up by the match day cameras.
