Federico Valverde displayed a visible scar on his forehead during a visit to his barber. The mark stems from an early May incident involving Real Madrid teammate Aurélien Tchouaméni.
The Uruguay midfielder appeared in a video shared on social media that captured the injury sustained at the club's training ground. Valverde had been hospitalized with cranioencephalic trauma following the disagreement. Real Madrid fined both players €500,000 after they apologized to each other and the club. The team issued a statement confirming the sanctions and noting the players' regret. Valverde, now with the Uruguay squad, said he received support from fans and the board. He added that the experience would help him become a better captain. Uruguay prepares for the World Cup, which begins next Thursday. The team is drawn in Group H with Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
