Brazil and Chelsea star Estevao’s World Cup hopes in doubt after injury
Summary
Brazil and Chelsea forward Estevao will miss the rest of the season due to a hamstring injury. His participation in the upcoming World Cup is uncertain as he recovers.Key Facts
- Estevao suffered a hamstring injury in a match against Manchester United.
- Chelsea’s interim coach Calum McFarlane confirmed Estevao will not play again this season.
- The World Cup starts on June 11, with Brazil playing its first match on June 13 against Morocco.
- Estevao is 19 years old and joined Chelsea from Palmeiras last year.
- He has scored eight goals in the current season and five goals in his last six games for Brazil.
- Hamstring injuries can take weeks or even months to heal fully.
- Brazil will also miss Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, who has a serious knee injury (torn ACL and meniscus).
- Chelsea will play Leeds in the FA Cup semifinals soon, with some injured players possibly returning.
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