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Injured White a major doubt for World Cup
TL;DR
Arsenal defender Ben White will miss the rest of the season due to a medial ligament injury, casting doubt on his participation in the World Cup. He was injured during a match against West Ham and will not play in Arsenal's final games or the Champions League final.
Key points
- Ben White will miss the rest of the season
- He has a medial ligament injury
- White is doubtful for the World Cup
- Injury occurred during a match against West Ham
- Tuchel will select the England squad on May 22
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Arsenal defender Ben White will miss the rest of the season with a medial ligament injury, and is a major doubt for the World Cup.
White came off injured in the first half against West Ham on Sunday. He will miss the Premier League season run-in, with Arsenal facing Burnley and Crystal Palace in their attempts to win their first top-flight title in 22 years, and the Champions League final at the end of May.
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The injury means White, who was brought back into the England fold by Thomas Tuchel in March, also appears highly unlikely to feature at this summer's World Cup in North America.
Tuchel selects his tournament squad on Friday May 22.
More to follow.
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Arsenal now have a right-back shortage in the most crucial part of their season.
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Not only is there this blow for White, but Arteta was not exactly confident in seeing Jurrien Timber again this season when asked about the Dutchman's fitness on Friday. Timber has not played since the 2-0 win over Everton on March 14.
Q&A
What injury did Ben White sustain?
Ben White sustained a medial ligament injury.
Will Ben White play in the World Cup?
Ben White is a major doubt for the World Cup due to his injury.
When will Thomas Tuchel announce the England squad for the World Cup?
Thomas Tuchel will announce the England squad on Friday, May 22.
Which matches will Ben White miss due to his injury?
Ben White will miss Arsenal's matches against Burnley and Crystal Palace, as well as the Champions League final.
