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Jan Paul van Hecke injured again during World Cup match vs. Morocco

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 2:21 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Jan Paul van Hecke injured again during World Cup match vs. Morocco
Summary

Jan Paul van Hecke suffered a severe facial injury during the Netherlands' Round of 32 match against Morocco on June 30, 2026. The defender was struck by a cleat while defending, leaving him bloodied and requiring medical attention. Despite the injury, Van Hecke returned to the game shortly after treatment, demonstrating resilience. This is not the first instance of injury for Van Hecke in the tournament, as he previously sustained a black eye in the group stage against Japan. He continues to play a crucial role for the Netherlands during the World Cup.

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  • •Van Hecke injured by a cleat to the face in Round of 32 match.
  • •He returned to the game promptly after receiving treatment.
  • •Injury adds to earlier black eye sustained vs. Japan.
  • •Van Hecke has played every minute in the World Cup so far.
  • •Netherlands seeks to advance deeper into the tournament.
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  • 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — Jan Paul van Hecke injury update: Why Netherlands defender was left bloodied in Round of 32 match vs. Morocco
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Jan Paul van Hecke took a cleat to the face against Japan. Three games later, it happened again.

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