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Injuries Cast Shadow Over World Cup 2026: Star Players Sidelined Ahead of Tournament

The 2026 World Cup, set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is facing an early setback as several star players succumb to injuries. Argentinas defense is weakened by Juan Foyths torn Achilles tendon, while Brazils Rodrygo and Eder Militao are out with ACL tears. Canadas Alphonso Davies and the US mens teams Cameron Carter-Vickers are also dealing with hamstring and Achilles issues. Mexicos Marcel Ruiz and Luis Angel Malagon are out with knee problems. Englands Levi Colwill, James Maddison, and Jack Grealish, along with Frances Boubacar Kamara, are also sidelined. Teams like Croatia, Spain, and Portugal are sweating over long-term doubts for players such as Josko Gvardiol and Cristiano Ronaldo. As club seasons wind down, nations are nervously watching their backups, setting up intense battles when the tournament finally arrives.

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