Tino Livramento undergoes surgery after World Cup injury with England

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Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Tino Livramento undergoes surgery after World Cup injury with England
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Tino Livramento has undergone a minor surgical procedure after withdrawing from England’s World Cup squad due to a calf injury. Newcastle United confirmed the procedure followed Livramento's last-minute pullout before England's opening match against Croatia. He was replaced by Trevoh Chalobah and returned to club treatment. Livramento's injury further complicates England's right-back options ahead of their knockout match against DR Congo on Wednesday, with Reece James also sidelined. England is aiming to advance to the last-16 stage of the tournament.

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  • Livramento sustained a calf injury before the World Cup.
  • Newcastle United confirmed his successful surgery.
  • Chalobah replaced Livramento in the England squad.
  • England faces DR Congo after a win over Panama.
  • Injuries to Livramento and James leave limited options for England.
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Tino Livramento was forced to pull out of England’s World Cup squad shortly before their first match against Croatia

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