United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso will miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering an ankle injury that requires surgery. Atletico Madrid confirmed the news in a statement on Monday.
The 24-year-old midfielder sustained the injury during a training session last Thursday. Atletico Madrid described it as a high-grade sprain with joint involvement that will need surgical repair.
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Club América goalkeeper Luis Ángel Malagón suffered an Achilles tendon rupture during the first leg of the Concachampions round of 16 against Philadelphia Union, jeopardizing his participation in the 2026 World Cup. The club issued an official statement confirming the injury and announcing surgical treatment. Malagón expressed his sadness on social media about potentially losing his dream of competing in the World Cup.
Atletico Madrid has confirmed that United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso suffered a high-grade sprain to his right ankle during training on Thursday.
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Club América goalkeeper Luis Malagón's Achilles injury, confirmed with successful surgery and a 6-to-8-month recovery, ensures he will miss the 2026 World Cup. This adds to Mexico's mounting player absences, testing the national team's depth under Javier Aguirre.
Brazilian star Neymar, fresh off a recent return to action with Santos following knee surgery, has hinted at possibly retiring by December 2026 amid ongoing injury issues, though he remains optimistic about Brazil's 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 34-year-old, who extended his Santos contract through 2026 in January, says he is taking his career day by day.
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Panini confirmed on Friday the authenticity of the Spanish version of the 2026 World Cup album, sold in Europe without Neymar in the Brazil national team. The roster features Rodrygo and Estêvão despite recent injuries ruling them out of the tournament. In Brazil, the album launches on May 1.
Washington Capitals defenseman Rasmus Sandin will miss the upcoming hockey world championship due to a serious knee injury. The 26-year-old also faces time away from the start of next NHL season. Capitals general manager Chris Patrick confirmed the setback.
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Brazil's national team faces Croatia on Tuesday (31) in Orlando, USA, in the last friendly before the 2026 World Cup final squad announcement. The match comes amid several injuries, forcing lineup changes under coach Carlo Ancelotti. The Italian said he has a clear idea of the starting XI despite the setbacks.