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Manchester City midfielder Rodri narrowly avoided serious injury despite a hard tackle from Aleksander during the Club World Cup final against Fluminense.
In Friday's 4-0 win, Rodri had to leave the field in the second half because of the tackle.
Despite the intensity of the incident, Rodri confirmed he will be fit for Manchester City's upcoming Premier League match against Everton on Wednesday.
During the Club World Cup final against Fluminense, Rodri went down and appeared to be injured after a nasty tackle on his knee.
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Rodri suffered a nasty tackle during the Club World Cup final in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Man City fans feared for their main man after he appeared to be injured
The midfielder described it as one of the 'worst tackles' of his career and was relieved it went well
The Spain international, who described the tackle as 'one of the worst' of his career, expressed his relief after the match.
Despite feeling his knee and being close to tears, Rodri returned to the field after treatment but ultimately had to be substituted due to the impact of the tackle.
After the match, Rodri received the Player of the Match award during the trophy celebration.
Man City went on to win in style, recording a 4-0 victory in Jeddah to secure the world title, adding to last season's treble success.
In an interview with Sky Sports said he emphasized his luck in escaping serious injury and conveyed his gratitude for returning home safely.
'I said to the player: 'You can't do these kinds of actions.' Rodri said in a post-match interview.
'Today I won more than one trophy. I'm going home safely, but I was almost crying. I was very worried, but it's nothing.'
The Spaniard confirmed he will be available for Man City's next Premier League match at Goodison Park against in-form Everton.