Community | March 15, 2010 | 1 comment

Beckham out of World Cup... probably

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David Beckham is almost certainly going to miss this year's World Cup finals after rupturing his Achilles tendon this weekend during AC Milan’s 1-0 win over Chiev.

The injury usually takes at least three months to heal. He's due to fly to Finland today to be operated on by a specialist.

Beckham was unchallenged when he pulled up in the 88th minute of last night’s 1-0 victory. He grasped his left ankle before limping off the field in tears, repeating: “It’s broken, it’s broken,” according to reporters.

Some pundits have said Beckham's injury won't affect England's changes as much as his broken metatarsal in April 2002 since he's doesn't always play a full game and isn't the guaranteed first choice for his position. However, the guy's 35 in May and "has almost certainly played his last game for England". I feel for the guy. He's a huge presence on and off the field, in the England squad, and he'll be missed this summer.

What do you think? How much does Beckham's injury affect England's chances?


http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/football/international/article7061827.ece
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1 comment // Beckham out of World Cup... probably

  • benson5
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      benson5  
    • His injury doesn't affect England's chances at all. IF he would have been selected, he would have only made a few cameo appearances anyway to help see out matches. He certainly wouldn't have started any matches, though personally I would like him to have gone to be a positive, influence on the squad and use his experience.

    • 2 years ago
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