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Source: Associated Press
Summary
Fermín López, a 23-year-old Spanish midfielder, will miss the World Cup due to a fracture in his right foot. The injury occurred during Barcelona’s league match against Betis on Sunday. López will undergo surgery and is not expected to recover in time for the World Cup, which begins on June 15.
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The game followed a familiar script.
López’s injury is the kind that always seems to happen at the worst possible moment.
Barcelona’s announcement was met with a collective “of course” from fans.
The World Cup was always going to be a stretch for López, but now it’s officially out of the question.
This one felt recognizable early, and the rest is just details.
What’s the surprise here?
Author: Evan Null
