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Moreover, he underscored the importance of not just meeting a timeline but achieving functional goals, such as regaining strength and mobility in the affected leg. Athletes must exhibit over 90% strength in their uninjured leg to mitigate risks before returning to play. Asmar expressed that while he believed Pedro's condition might be excellent based on functional tests, the prospect of rushing him back—especially with a World Club Cup approaching—poses significant pitfalls.