10 Key Footballers Who Might Not Participate In World Cup 2022 Due To Injuries

On November 20, 2022, the 2022 World Cup is scheduled to kick off in Qatar. The most unusual World Cup in history, in many aspects, is this one. Possibly the largest and most prestigious football competition is the FIFA World Cup. The World Cup's 22nd edition (2022) is extremely important. For many renowned footballers, it is certainly the conclusion of a glorious era. Many players, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Suarez, Neymar Jr., and others, will do their best to appear in the final match, while many others will be injured or uncertain until the very end.
Although it is common for athletes to miss the world's largest soccer tournament, Qatar 2022 will also be a geographically unique event. However, this year's list of absentees due to injuries is incredibly lengthy.
This article lists some of the key players who might not participate in the World Cup due to their serious injuries.

#1 Kalvin Phillips (England) - Shoulder problem

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The Man City player also suffered a shoulder injury. He was only able to make three appearances after the club signed him. As he is reportedly feeling good, he might be a contender for the World Cup. The following is what Pep Guardiola had to say about him:
"Yes, if he's fit then I believe he can play. If he's ready he can maybe take minutes but I don't know right now. We'll see. What Kalvin says to me when I find him in the canteen or locker room or on the trip to Dortmund, he said he feels really well. His mobility in the shoulder is perfect. He's started to train in contact with the ball. He has to avoid contact with teammates but he's really well. We're surprised at how quick his development [has been]."

#2 N'Golo Kante (France) - Hamstring injury; out for four months after surgery

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Another French celebrity is listed. When Chelsea was playing Tottenham in a Premier League match, the Chelsea midfield king sustained the injury. "The midfielder visited a specialist with the club's medical department to explore the options for his rehabilitation approach, and it was mutually agreed for N'Golo to have surgery to repair the damage. Following a successful operation, N'Golo is now expected to be sidelined for four months," the medical division said.

#3 Reece James (England) - Knee injury

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The Chelsea star has had a string of ailments in recent months. In the intense Champions League encounter against AC Milan, he sustained an injury that would keep him out past the World Cup. Since all of England's right-backs are injured, they are at a disadvantage. He stated in an interview, "I will try and not rule myself out. It is still slow and in the early stages. I have been in rehab for two weeks, so I am still taking it day by day. The Chelsea medical staff have not given me a percentage of my chance of being back for the World Cup. It is down to how I feel closer to the time and how stable it is... I am trying to be positive. I am not sure how long this injury will take. I am not in pain. But if I try to speed it up, it might be a bit of a risk. I am trying hard every day to improve and make it right."

#4 Raphael Varane (France) - Leg injury

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The former France and Manchester United player had a string of misfortunes after getting hurt against Chelsea in a Premier League game. The five-time Champions League champion was consoled by his teammates as he left the pitch in tears after suffering the harm. His manager, Erik Ten Hag, had the following to say: "He will be out, certainly until the World Cup so he will not play in this block for Manchester United. I think [he can play at the World Cup] but the prognosis we have to wait."

#5 Angel di Maria (Argentina) Hamstring injury

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The Argentine, who was playing for Juventus against Maccabi Haifa in the Champions League, left the field in tears after suffering a hamstring injury. The Argentine squad is however optimistic that he will be back in time for the match.

#6 Kyle Walker (England) - Groin surgery

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The Man City player, with his outstanding pace and defensive skills, is one of the top right-backs in the world. In the Premier League's 6-3 demolition of Manchester United, he sustained a groin injury. Although he is not anticipated to return for England's first game against Iran, he could be eligible for later games.

#7 Paul Pogba (France) - Surgery on a damaged meniscus

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Paul Pogba will be the most injured football player in 2022. The great midfielder's transfer to Juventus has not gone as planned because he has yet to play for the team. He underwent knee surgery, and while healing, he suffered another muscle injury. France cannot play the star because it can have a greater negative impact.

#8 Paulo Dybala (Argentina) - Thigh muscle injury

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The Argentinean has recently signed with Italian powerhouse Roma with the aim of reviving his career. He suffered a calf injury during their Serie A matchup with Lecce. He could have fully healed by the time the World Cup rolls around, however it is unclear if he will return before then.

#9 Alexander Isak (Sweden) - Thigh injury

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While he starred at the 2020 Euros, his time with Newcastle United did not get off to the best of starts. The gifted kid was serving his international assignment when he hurt his thigh. Eddie Howe, the team's coach, said:
"Alex has been having a couple of injections into his thigh. I believe that's gone well, and the medical team are happy where he currently stands. But it's a longer-term injury, a five or six-week injury, as I've said before, he won't be back before the World Cup break."

#10 Richarlison (Brazil) - Calf injury

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In a Premier League game against Everton, he was forced to leave the field suffering from a calf injury. The famous striker was in tears as he described how his chances of competing in the World Cup may have ended.