At 21 years old and after 32 games this season – with 20 goals and one assist – Samu ended the season, as he suffered a rupture in the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during the derby against Sporting, on Monday night. The Spanish striker left at half-time, but medical tests revealed a discouraging scenario. Therefore, the Spanish press is highlighting the spearhead of the 2026 World Cup. «New setback for Spain: Samu tears his cruciate ligament and says goodbye to the World Cup», writes, for example, the SPORT. Consult the associated gallery to read some reactions from the international press. After 27 goals and three assists in 45 matches last season, Samu has 20 goals and one assist in 32 games. Thus, FC Porto loses its top scorer – the closest is William Gomes, with eight goals.