Muniz says last season was difficult because of injury and miscarriage

Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz has shared details regarding the personal and physical challenges he faced during the previous campaign. The 25-year-old Brazilian player recently scored the equalising goal in a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United on Saturday, marking his first league goal since the opening match of last season.

Reflecting on his recent struggles, the forward explained that he underwent surgery for a hamstring injury in November, which kept him sidelined until early February. He also revealed that his wife suffered a miscarriage during the same period, adding that she is now pregnant again.

Regarding his recent goal, the player stated, "The goal was for my baby, and I hope this season will be different than last season." He noted that "Last season was really difficult for me because, now I can say it, but I had the surgery."

Muniz has recorded 19 goals and three assists across 86 Premier League appearances since arriving at the London club from Flamengo in 2021. He has also netted goals in Carabao Cup victories over AFC Wimbledon and West Ham during the current term.

While he has made eight Premier League appearances under manager Alvaro Arbeloa this season, all have been as a substitute. "I train hard every week to get opportunities to play and I want to play more," the striker said. "I cannot control the gaffer, but I showed the gaffer I want to play more. I have to keep training hard, for him to say, 'OK, now is your time', and then I'm ready."