‘Life can be cruel’: Xavi Simons’ World Cup 2026 dream ends with ACL injury

Dutch midfielder suffers suspected ACL injury in his right knee, ending his chances of playing in the FIFA World Cup.

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Tottenham Hotspur ‌‌and Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons says his ⁠⁠football season has “come to an abrupt end” after suffering a serious knee injury that is set ⁠⁠to rule him out of the FIFA World Cup.

Simons was injured on Saturday during Tottenham’s 1-0 win ⁠⁠at Wolverhampton Wanderers and left the pitch on a stretcher in the 63rd minute, with early reports indicating an injury to his right ACL.

‘Life can be cruel’: Xavi Simons’ World Cup 2026 dream ends with ACL injury

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