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Saša Kalajdžić returns to international play ahead of World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 9:28 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Saša Kalajdžić returns to international play ahead of World Cup

Summary

Saša Kalajdžić is set to compete in his first World Cup this month at 28, after overcoming significant injuries, including three cruciate ligament tears. Following a successful season with LASK where he contributed 18 goals in 29 matches, Kalajdžić has reclaimed his spot on the Austria national team. His participation comes after fellow striker Christoph Baumgartner was ruled out due to injury. Kalajdžić could play a pivotal role in the group stage games against Jordan, Argentina, and Algeria.

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•Kalajdžić suffered three cruciate ligament tears over five years.
•He scored and assisted in a cup match upon returning to competitive play.
•Austria faces Jordan, Argentina, and Algeria in group matches.
•Kalajdžić may fill Baumgartner's position after his injury.

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A brief crack in the knee — the cruciate ligament is torn, and football is off the table for six months. Saša Kalajdžić has lived through this nightmare scenario several times. Within five years,...
— Yahoo Sports

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