Cristiano Ronaldo injured but should be fit for World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo has a hamstring tendon injury but his participation in the 2026 World Cup does not appear to be in doubt...
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Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has suffered a hamstring tendon injury, according to his club Al-Nassr. The injury is not expected to prevent him from participating in the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
- Expected to be sidelined for two to four weeks.
- The veteran footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, could be playing in a record sixth World Cup.
- The injury occurred during a match in the Saudi Pro League last month.
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