Injury Sidelines Mendy: World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy

Defender Ferland Mendy was injured during Real Madrid's match against Espanyol, casting doubt on his inclusion in France's World Cup squad. The 30-year-old has faced multiple injuries this season, playing only nine matches. The severity of his current injury has yet to be disclosed.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Madrid | Updated: 04-05-2026 09:22 IST | Created: 04-05-2026 09:22 IST
Injury Sidelines Mendy: World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy
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Defender Ferland Mendy's injury during Real Madrid's 2-0 victory over Espanyol has put his World Cup aspirations in question.

The 30-year-old suffered a right leg muscle injury early in the match, further complicating a season plagued by injuries.

Mendy has appeared in just nine matches for Real Madrid this season, and Madrid's medical team has not yet announced the injury's severity.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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