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Key soccer players set to miss FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Key soccer players set to miss FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injuries

Summary

Several notable soccer players are confirmed to miss the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injuries. Teams affected include Brazil, Germany, and the United States, with significant absentees such as Eder Militao, Serge Gnabry, and Patrick Agyemang. Injuries remain a persistent challenge for athletes as they compete at the club level, impacting their participation in major tournaments. The World Cup is scheduled to begin later this month, highlighting the stakes of these injuries for the national teams involved.

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•Brazil to miss Eder Militao and Serge Gnabry from Germany.
•USA confirmed absentees include Patrick Agyemang and Cameron Carter-Vickers.
•World Cup begins later this month, raising concerns for affected teams.
•Players from Canada, Scotland, and Morocco also sidelined.

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5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Key players across the globe who will miss FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injury

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Missing out on the World Cup is a soccer player’s worst nightmare. The tournament only rolls around every four years and is seen as the pinnacle of the sport, with legends forged within its confines.
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