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Simons to miss rest of season and World Cup

Simons to miss rest of season and World Cup

Summary

Xavi Simons, a midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur and the Netherlands national team, will miss the rest of the current football season and the 2026 World Cup due to a serious knee injury. The injury occurred during a match against Wolves, and Simons expressed deep disappointment on social media.

Key Facts

  • Xavi Simons plays as an attacking midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur and the Netherlands national team.
  • Tottenham signed Simons from RB Leipzig for £52 million in August 2025.
  • Simons was injured in a Premier League match against Wolves after a collision with defender Hugo Bueno.
  • He likely suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, which is serious and requires a long recovery.
  • Tottenham is currently in the relegation zone, 18th place, fighting to stay in the Premier League.
  • The 2026 World Cup will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico starting on June 11, 2026.
  • Simons will miss the World Cup, where the Netherlands will play their first match against Japan on June 14.
  • Simons posted on social media that he is heartbroken and will focus on recovery while supporting his team.
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