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Panama awaits World Cup squad announcement amid star player's injury scare

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Panama's World Cup 2026 preparations are overshadowed by a potential injury to star midfielder Adalberto Carrasquilla.
  • Carrasquilla sustained an injury during a Liga MX final match, causing visible distress and raising concerns among fans and the team.
  • Coach Thomas Christiansen faces a dilemma as he prepares to announce the final squad list amid uncertainty over Carrasquilla's fitness.

Panama's preparations for the 2026 World Cup are clouded by uncertainty as star midfielder Adalberto Carrasquilla faces a potential injury just days before coach Thomas Christiansen is set to announce the final 26-player squad. The nation is anxiously awaiting medical results that are expected to clarify the severity of the injury.

May it be nothing serious.

· Panama fansA common message of support for Adalberto Carrasquilla on social media following his injury.

Carrasquilla, nicknamed "Coco," was seen leaving the field in visible pain and tears during the second leg of the Liga MX final between Pumas and Cruz Azul on Sunday. The injury occurred during a challenge for a loose ball, leaving him unable to continue. Initial assessments suggest a muscular injury, according to local press reports.

Panama is with you, Coco.

· Panama fansFans expressed solidarity with the injured midfielder on social media.

The potential absence of Carrasquilla presents a significant challenge for Christiansen. The midfielder is a pivotal player in Panama's tactical setup and a key leader both on and off the field. His leadership was instrumental in Panama's qualification for their second-ever World Cup.

I ask God to take control and that it is nothing serious. We need Carrasquilla at the World Cup.

· Panama fansSupporters voiced their hope for Carrasquilla's swift recovery and participation in the World Cup.

Support for Carrasquilla has flooded social media, with fans, former players, and sports journalists expressing messages of hope and solidarity. Phrases like "May it be nothing serious," "Panama is with you, Coco," and "We need Carrasquilla at the World Cup" are widely circulating. The team, currently in camp, is also closely monitoring their teammate's condition, underscoring his importance to the squad's morale and performance.

We await you at the World Cup.

· Panama fansA message reflecting the player's importance to the national team's World Cup aspirations.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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