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Austria's Wanner Questionable for Algeria Match with Calf Injury

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Austrian national team player Paul Wanner is questionable for the upcoming World Cup match against Algeria due to a calf injury.
  • Wanner sustained the injury during the match against Argentina.
  • Team officials are optimistic that the injury is not serious, but Wanner underwent an MRI scan for further evaluation.

Austria's national football team faces uncertainty regarding midfielder Paul Wanner's availability for their final World Cup group stage match against Algeria. Wanner, a 20-year-old player, sustained a blow to his calf during the team's previous game against Argentina, which they lost 0-2.

Despite the injury, the Austrian Football Association (ÖFB) is cautiously optimistic. "We assume it is nothing serious," stated ÖFB Sporting Director Peter Schöttel. However, to gain a clearer understanding of the injury's severity, Wanner underwent an MRI examination on Thursday morning in Santa Barbara, California, instead of participating in the team's training session.

The team is preparing for their crucial match against Algeria, scheduled for Sunday at 4:00 AM MESZ in Kansas City. Wanner's potential absence adds to the team's challenges as they aim to secure a favorable result in their final group game.

We assume it is nothing serious.

— Peter SchöttelThe ÖFB Sporting Director commented on the initial assessment of Paul Wanner's calf injury.
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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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