Injuries
Player injury news, recovery updates.
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England's match boots stolen en route to Kansas City World Cup base as FIFA defends empty seats
Thomas Tuchel's England squad arrived at their World Cup 2026 training base in Kansas City to find match boots and balls had been stolen from a team vehicle during transit from Florida. Two suspects have been taken into custody by Kansas City Police.
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England squad hit by boot theft as police make two arrests ahead of Kansas City move
The England national team had players' boots and training equipment stolen in transit as the squad relocated from West Palm Beach to Missouri. Two arrests have been made and the Football Association is working with local police as staff race to replace gear before training resumes.
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Pulisic signals 'I'm good' after precautionary halftime exit in USA's 4-1 World Cup win
Christian Pulisic was substituted at halftime during the United States' 4-1 World Cup opener against Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium on Friday, but the AC Milan winger appeared in good spirits and showed no signs of discomfort on the bench.
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England robbed of boots and tactical equipment in transit ahead of World Cup opener against Croatia
Thomas Tuchel's England squad had boots, balls, and analysis equipment stolen during a transfer from West Palm Beach to their Kansas City base, with fears Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham's boots are among the missing items ahead of their Group L opener on June 17.
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Pulisic limps off at half-time after starring in USA's 3-0 World Cup lead over Paraguay
Christian Pulisic was substituted at half-time during the USA's Group D World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, sparking injury fears despite the hosts leading 3-0. The Milan winger had been instrumental in two goals before his early exit.
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Freese starts over Turner as USMNT name lineup for World Cup opener against Paraguay
Matt Freese has been handed the goalkeeper spot ahead of 2022 World Cup starter Matt Turner for the USA's opening match against Paraguay. Defender Chris Richards also returns from an ankle injury to start alongside captain Tim Ream.
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Kolasinac's goal-line miracle keeps Bosnia ahead before late Canada equaliser
Sead Kolasinac produced a stunning goal-line clearance in the 53rd minute to preserve Bosnia and Herzegovina's lead against Canada, but the World Cup co-hosts levelled late through Cyle Larin before the ex-Arsenal defender hobbled off injured.
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Michael Oliver ruled out of World Cup debut match with minor injury as Letexier steps in
Premier League referee Michael Oliver has been withdrawn from Ecuador vs Ivory Coast at World Cup 2026 due to a minor injury. FIFA confirmed Frenchman François Letexier will take his place, with Oliver expected to return for the next round of group matches.
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Saka races to be fit as Tuchel weighs three key England selections for Croatia opener
Bukayo Saka is pushing to overcome an Achilles problem in time for England's World Cup opener against Croatia in Dallas next Wednesday, with Thomas Tuchel also undecided on the No10 role and his centre-back pairing.
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Davies not 100% fit as Canada star faces race to feature at home World Cup
Alphonso Davies will miss Canada's opening World Cup group game against Bosnia and Herzegovina after a string of injuries. The Bayern Munich left-back has had an MRI and is healing well, but coach Jesse Marsch says he is not yet fully fit.
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Canada denies Partey visa, ruling him out of Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama
Thomas Partey has been barred from entering Canada after his visa application was refused by the Canadian government, meaning the former Arsenal midfielder will miss Ghana's opening World Cup fixture against Panama in Toronto.
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Thomas Partey denied Canadian visa, to miss Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama
Thomas Partey has been refused entry to Canada and will not feature in Ghana's opening World Cup match against Panama on 17 June. The former Arsenal midfielder, charged with seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, holds a US visa and remains eligible for Ghana's later group games.
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Ackermann handed three-match ban after red card mars Stormers' URC semi-final exit
Stormers No.8 Ruan Ackermann has been suspended for three matches after his red card in the 21-12 URC semi-final defeat to Leinster, ruling him out of the Currie Cup's opening rounds. A guilty plea and clean record halved the original six-week sanction.
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JJ Gabriel set for tour debut as World Cup absences shape Manchester United's European pre-season
Manchester United will remain in Europe for pre-season this summer, facing Wrexham, Rosenborg, Atlético Madrid, PSG, Leeds and AC Milan across six fixtures. With 12 senior players at the World Cup, youngsters including JJ Gabriel, Shea Lacey and Tyler Fletcher are in line for extended opportunities.
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McTominay returns to training to boost Scotland ahead of World Cup opener against Haiti
Scott McTominay rejoined Scotland's squad for training in Foxborough on Friday after missing Thursday's session with an upset stomach. The Napoli midfielder is a key figure as Scotland prepare for their first World Cup match in 28 years against Haiti on Saturday.
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McTominay misses final Scotland training session ahead of World Cup opener against Haiti
Scott McTominay sat out Scotland's last training session before their World Cup 2026 opener against Haiti on Sunday, raising doubts over the Napoli midfielder's availability for the Group A fixture.
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Fisilau returns at No.8 as Exeter head to Bath for first-ever away Premiership semi-final
Greg Fisilau replaces the injured Ethan Roots at No.8 as Exeter Chiefs travel to Bath for a Gallagher Premiership semi-final — the club's first away tie at this stage. Director of rugby Rob Baxter acknowledges his side are underdogs but points to a strong record against top teams on the road.
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Finn Russell misses third straight game as Bath name side for Exeter semi-final
Scotland and Lions fly-half Finn Russell remains sidelined by a calf injury and will miss Bath's Premiership play-off semi-final against Exeter at The Rec on Saturday. Santi Carreras starts again at ten, partnered by captain Ben Spencer.
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Blazeboks fall short of SVNS Series return but Afrika sees a squad on the rise
South Africa's women's sevens side finished bottom of the pool at the Bordeaux World Championship, ending their bid to rejoin the HSBC SVNS Series. Head coach Cecil Afrika says five injuries hampered the campaign but points to a breakthrough year that included promotion through two tiers.
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Sainz crash at Monaco leaves Williams scrambling to rebuild spare parts before Barcelona
Williams team principal James Vowles has revealed that the heavy damage to Carlos Sainz's car in the Monaco Grand Prix — caused by a collision with Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto — will force the team to replenish its spare-parts stockpile ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix.
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