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Suarez allays injury fears after Uruguay draw

Related Topics: Abel Aguilar, Luis Suárez, Uruguay

Barcelona forward Luis Suarez has allayed fears he picked up an injury in Uruguay's 2-2 draw with Colombia in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday.

After Abel Aguilar put Colombia ahead in the 15th minute, Suarez added to Cristian Rodriguez's goal to put Uruguay on the brink of an important three points.

However, Yerry Mina equalized with six minutes remaining to ensure the spoils were shared.

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Suarez was seen gesturing to the bench during the match, but insisted he was not carrying an injury and was just feeling the strain of a gruelling schedule.