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Belgium's Onana out of World Cup with knee injury
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Belgium's Onana out of World Cup with knee injury

From CNA · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana suffered a season-ending anterior cruciate ligament rupture during a World Cup match.
  • The injury occurred in Belgium's last-16 victory over the United States, forcing Onana out of the game in the 21st minute.
  • Onana will remain with the team until at least after their quarter-final match against Spain.

Belgium's World Cup campaign has been dealt a significant blow with the confirmation that midfielder Amadou Onana has ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament. The injury occurred during Belgium's decisive last-16 match against the United States, which Belgium won 4-1.

Onana was substituted in the 21st minute after landing awkwardly on the pitch. Team doctor Brahim Hacene confirmed the severity of the injury, stating, "Unfortunately, the medical examinations have confirmed that Amadou has suffered a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament." He added, "This is devastating news, both for him personally and for the team."

Unfortunately, the medical examinations have confirmed that Amadou has suffered a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament.

— Brahim HaceneBelgium team doctor confirming the injury.

Despite the personal setback, Onana will remain with the Belgium squad. Following consultation with his club, Aston Villa, it was decided he would stay with the team until at least after their upcoming quarter-final fixture against Spain. Onana was seen celebrating with his teammates on the pitch after the match, albeit on crutches.

This is devastating news, both for him personally and for the team.

— Brahim HaceneBelgium team doctor commenting on the impact of the injury.
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