LA Galaxy striker Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez is out of Saturdays derby versus LAFC due to a calf strain and could miss in between 2 to four weeks, according to ESPN sources.
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The Mexico worldwide got the strain in training on Thursday evening, sources informed ESPNs Stefano Fusaro. A significant healing period might suggest Hernandezs involvement in the MLS is Back Tournament remains in doubt, given the group phase comes to an end for the Galaxy on July 23 and the final is on Aug. 11.
Hernandez scored his very first MLS goal in the Galaxys 2-1 loss to Portland Timbers, but failed to transform a charge and another clear scoring chance.
LAFC will be without star forward and reigning MLS MVP Carlos Vela, who chose not to participate in the competition due to his wifes pregnancy.
The loss of Hernandez leaves the Galaxy without 2 key players. Midfielder Jonathan dos Santos did not sign up with the team for the tournament after undergoing hernia surgical treatment.
Hernandez, who is the all-time leading scorer for Mexicos national group, has global experience with several leading clubs including Mexicos Guadalajara, Englands Manchester United, Spains Real Madrid and Germanys Bayer Leverkusen.
LA Galaxy without Javier Hernandez for derby with LAFC – sources – ESPN
