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Tough break: World Cup unlucky charm Karl suffered an injury while shooting at goal

Germany forward Lennart Karl (18) has suffered a serious muscle injury while striking a shot on goal. The setback will rule him out of the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

What, according to Nagelsmann, worked in Ouedraogo's favour-and against El Mala

National team manager Julian Nagelsmann has outlined the injury suffered by Lennart Karl and clarified the rationale behind the surprise late call-up of Assan Ouedraogo.

Explained: Why ALL squad players must join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a significant protocol modification that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the upcoming World Cup. Moving away from traditional sporting custom, football's global governing body has mandated that both starting line-ups and substitutes congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

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Tuchel reveals policy on transfers involving England players at World Cup

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed England will not block players from completing transfers during the World Cup, provided any business does not interfere with match preparations. The Three Lions boss has adopted a pragmatic approach as several squad members continue to be linked with moves during the tournament.

'Might awaken demons' - Mbappe reveals game he'll NEVER watch

France captain Kylian Mbappe has candidly admitted that he has never rewatched his country's heartbreaking 2022 World Cup final defeat against Argentina. Despite netting a historic hat-trick during the thrilling showpiece event in Qatar, the Real Madrid superstar confessed that revisiting the painful memory could reopen old psychological wounds.