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Brazil's defence remains anyone's guess after Wesley withdrawal
BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, June 9 : Five-times champions Brazil play their opening World Cup game against Morocco on Saturday but there are few clues as to how Carlo Ancelotti will solve the defensive problems they face.
Injury concerns for Morocco ahead of their World Cup opener
HARRISON: Morocco are concerned about injuries to starters Abdessamad Ezzalzouli and Noussair Mazraoui, who could be forced out of their opening game at the World Cup against Brazil on Sunday. Both went off early in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Norway in their last warm-up match before this week’s kick-off of the tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Ezzalzouli was replaced at halftime after suffering a leg injury, while Mazraoui departed in the 29th minute with a shoulder problem after a tough encounter in which Morocco took an early lead but Norway equalized with 15 minutes remaining. “We left a good impression despite not winning because we really showed some very good things against a very good opponent,” coach Mohamed Ouahbi told reporters. “That’s the point of playing against teams like this. When you make so many changes (10 in total), it’s difficult for the player but it was important that we managed everyone’s playing time. “Two players went off injured.
Scotland's Robertson carries Jota's dream to World Cup
June 9 : Scotland captain Andy Robertson said he will be playing for former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota at the World Cup after receiving a letter from the late Portuguese forward's widow ahead of the tournament.
Brazil’s Neymar to continue World Cup prep after MRI shows ‘progress’
Neymar’s recent MRI revealed he’s making “good progress” in his recovery from a calf injury as he attempts to represent Brazil in his fourth World Cup, the Brazilian Football Confederation announced on Monday. “The exam showed good progress in his treatment, within expected parameters,” the statement read.
Norway manager Solbakken slams 'unprofessional' Scotland over friendly cancellation
June 8 : Norway manager Stale Solbakken heavily criticized Scotland counterpart Steve Clarke on Monday, branding Scotland "unprofessional" after they unexpectedly cancelled a planned behind-closed-doors training match, citing player injuries.
Jordan coach upbeat despite Colombia defeat before World Cup debut
June 8 : Jordan coach Jamal Sellami said his team has achieved the desired technical benefits from their loss against Colombia on Monday, and expressed relief that no players were injured during the friendly that came days before the country’s first appearance in a World Cup.
Injury concerns for Morocco ahead of their World Cup opener
HARRISON, New Jersey, June 8 : Morocco are concerned about injuries to starters Abdessamad Ezzalzouli and Noussair Mazraoui, who could be forced out of their opening game at the World Cup against Brazil on Sunday.