What's happened
Spain right-back Dani Carvajal has a bone fissure in his right foot and is expected to be sidelined for a period. He has not been ruled out of World Cup selection, but time is needed to return to peak form as Spain prepare for Group H games, starting June 15 against Cape Verde.
What's behind the headline?
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- The story centers on an injury update ahead of a major tournament, with potential selections affected.
- The update suggests Carvajal may be considered for the World Cup depending on recovery, but his club form and fitness are under scrutiny.
Potential implications
- If sidelined, Spain may rely on Pedro Porro or Marcos Llorente for right-back duties in the tournament.
- A late-season injury can influence national-team selections even for players with long international careers.
Forecast
- The coming weeks will determine whether Carvajal can regain form in time for the World Cup opener on June 15.
How we got here
Carvajal has been a regular in Spain’s national team in earlier years but has faced injury setbacks recently. At Real Madrid, he has struggled for consistent minutes this season due to competition from Trent Alexander-Arnold. The World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico runs from June 11 to July 19, with Spain opening vs Cape Verde on June 15.
Our analysis
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Go deeper
- Will Carvajal regain peak form before the World Cup?
- Who steps in for Spain if he misses games?
- How does this affect Spain’s tactical setup in Group H?
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Dani Carvajal - Spanish footballer
Daniel Carvajal Ramos is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a right back for Real Madrid and the Spanish national team.