Netherlands right-back Jurrien Timber will miss the 2026 World Cup because of a groin injury. The Oranje made the announcement ahead of a warm-up match against Uzbekistan.
The 24-year-old defender has not recovered sufficiently from the injury to take part in a medically responsible manner, according to a statement from the team. Timber suffered the groin issue in March yet still played in Arsenal's Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain on May 30. The national team decided Timber will leave their pre-camp in New York after the game against Uzbekistan. Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida has been called up as his replacement in the 26-man squad. The tournament is scheduled to begin on Thursday.
