Atletico Madrid has confirmed that United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso suffered a high-grade sprain to his right ankle during training on Thursday.
The club issued a statement detailing the injury, which occurred when Cardoso could not complete the session. Medical tests confirmed the high-grade sprain, and the 24-year-old will now focus on physiotherapy and gym-based rehabilitation. His return to play will depend on how the injury evolves.
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Malmö FF defender Pontus Jansson has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee during the away match against Djurgården, ruling him out for the rest of the season. The 35-year-old was carried off on a stretcher following a collision in overtime. Jansson has shared emotional messages on Instagram about his upcoming journey.
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.
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The CBF confirmed on Saturday a muscle injury in Raphinha's right thigh. The Barcelona forward remains in the World Cup squad and will start intensive treatment.
Houston Astros infielder Carlos Correa will miss the remainder of the 2026 season after tearing a tendon in his left ankle. The injury occurred during batting practice on Tuesday, requiring surgery, as Correa told reporters on Wednesday.
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Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha sustained inflammation in his right heel during Sunday's 1-2 home loss to Lyon. The club stated he will remain in treatment for the next few days before a further evaluation later this week. The injury occurred in the 40th minute, ruling him out of Wednesday's league match against Nantes.
Jonathan Klinsmann, the son of Jürgen Klinsmann and goalkeeper for Serie B club AS Cesena, suffered a fractured vertebra in a match against Palermo. The injury, sustained after colliding with opponent Filippo Ranocchia, will sideline him for an extended period. As a member of the US national team, he was in contention for this summer's World Cup on home soil but will now miss the tournament.
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Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy has undergone successful surgery on a right thigh injury. The 30-year-old is expected to miss four to five months of action.