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Advancement Joy Clouded by Injury Concerns: Germany Anxiously Awaits Verdict on Key Defender
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A question mark hangs over German defender Nico Schlotterbeck's participation in Thursday's 2026 World Cup Group E match against Ecuador. He sustained an injury in the 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast and had to be replaced by Antonio Rudiger at halftime.
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The four-time world champions overturned an unfavorable scoreline to secure their spot in the Round of 16 ahead of schedule.
"Nico has something with his ligament; it doesn't look good. He will undergo examinations to determine the extent of the injury," German coach Julian Nagelsmann told DPA.
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