### Brazilian Striker Lopes Out for Two Weeks with Ankle Injury
**By Sports Reporter**
São Paulo, Brazil - Brazilian striker Gabriel Lopes has been ruled out of the upcoming Copa América tournament due to an ankle injury sustained during his team's training session on Wednesday.
Lopes, who is currently playing for Internacional in the Brazilian Serie A, was hurt while attempting a run into the box against Flamengo. The incident occurred during a friendly match between the two teams earlier this week.
The severity of the injury has led to a prolonged absence from the pitch. According to club officials, Lopes will need several weeks of rest and rehabilitation before he can return to action.
"Gabriel Lopes' injury is not something we take lightly," said Internacional coach Bruno Guimarães. "He has played a crucial role for us this season and his absence will be felt across the squad."
Lopes, known for his technical skills and ability to score goals, had been a key player for Internacional throughout the season. His absence will undoubtedly impact the team's performance in the Copa América, which begins in Chile on July 16.
The club has already begun preparations for their upcoming matches, including a friendly against Atletico Paranaense on Thursday, as they seek to maintain their top spot in the table.
As for the future of Lopes, it remains uncertain whether he will recover in time for the Copa América or if he might miss the entire tournament. However, the club is optimistic that he will make a full recovery soon and return to the field at the right moment.
In the meantime, the team will have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by Lopes. With the tournament approaching, fans are keeping a close eye on how the team performs without their star striker.