<a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=Andy+Murray">Andy Murray</a> will put his "heart and soul" into trying to return to professional tennis, his mother Judy has said, although she admitted the player's future is unclear.

The 31-year-old underwent hip resurfacing surgery at the end of January in a final throw of the dice to try to overcome the problem that first became a serious issue in 2017.

The operation was performed primarily to improve his quality of life, with Murray revealing that he struggled simply to put on his socks and shoes, but also offered a potential route back to the sport.

"He is doing pretty well. It is not that long since he had the operation and time will tell," Judy Murray told Sky Sports.

"Nobody knows how he is going to recover in the longer term. He is in a good place mentally and we just keep our fingers crossed.

"But I tell you, if anybody can do it he can because he will put his heart and soul into it like he does with everything."

The former world number one announced at an emotional press conference ahead of the Australian Open in January that he planned to retire after Wimbledon but was more hopeful following a remarkable five-set defeat by Roberto Bautista Agut in the first round.

No player has come back from the same operation to play singles but American Bob Bryan recently returned in doubles and won an ATP Tour title in Delray Beach last month with his brother Mike.

Bryan said in Australia that he no longer felt any pain and backed Murray to follow him by making a comeback.&nbsp;

Andy Murray will put his "heart and soul" into trying to return to professional tennis, his mother Judy has said, although she admitted the player's future is unclear.

Andy Murray will put his "heart and soul" into trying to return to professional tennis, his mother Judy has said, although she admitted the player's future is unclear. The 31-year-old underwent hip resurfacing surgery at the end of January in a final throw of the dice to try to overcome the problem that first became a serious issue in 2017. The operation was performed primarily to improve his quality of life, with Murray revealing that he struggled simply to put on his socks and shoes, but also offered a potential route back to the sport. "He is doing pretty well. It is not that long since he had the operation and time will tell," Judy Murray told Sky Sports. "Nobody knows how he is going to recover in the longer term. He is in a good place mentally and we just keep our fingers crossed. "But I tell you, if anybody can do it he can because he will put his heart and soul into it like he does with everything." The former world number one announced at an emotional press conference ahead of the Australian Open in January that he planned to retire after Wimbledon but was more hopeful following a remarkable five-set defeat by Roberto Bautista Agut in the first round. No player has come back from the same operation to play singles but American Bob Bryan recently returned in doubles and won an ATP Tour title in Delray Beach last month with his brother Mike. Bryan said in Australia that he no longer felt any pain and backed Murray to follow him by making a comeback.

Andy Murray will put 'heart and soul' into return, says mum Judy

Two vehicles carrying passengers collided head-on in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Wednesday, killing at least 16 people and injuring four others, police said.&nbsp;

The passenger van was travelling to Dera Ismail Khan from Peshawar when it collided with a pick-up truck near the Sipena Bandi Village in Karak, resulting in the death of 16 people.&nbsp;

Four other injured were taken to a nearby hospital, police said.

"The collision caused bursting of the CNG cylinder of the van, thereby causing casualties, the investigation is underway," police said.&nbsp;

Two vehicles carrying passengers collided head-on in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Wednesday, killing at least 16 people and injuring four others, police said.

Two vehicles carrying passengers collided head-on in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Wednesday, killing at least 16 people and injuring four others, police said. The passenger van was travelling to Dera Ismail Khan from Peshawar when it collided with a pick-up truck near the Sipena Bandi Village in Karak, resulting in the death of 16 people. Four other injured were taken to a nearby hospital, police said. "The collision caused bursting of the CNG cylinder of the van, thereby causing casualties, the investigation is underway," police said.

Pakistan: 16 dead, four injured in road accident in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

A prominent French<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-gather-in-paris-for-11th-weekend-of-yellow-vest-protests-192979"> anti-government "yellow vest" activist</a>, badly injured in the eye at a protest, was struck with one of the controversial rubber bullets used by police, his lawyer said Sunday.

Jerome Rodrigues' lawyer fears he will be "handicapped for life" after he was injured in clashes with police in Paris on Saturday during an 11th straight weekend of <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/number-of-yellow-vest-protesters-surges-to-84000-but-violence-down-189927">protests against President Emmanuel Macron.</a>

Rodrigues was placed in an artificial coma overnight after the incident at the Bastille monument in central Paris.&nbsp;

"He is in shock. He will be handicapped for life. It is a tragedy for him and his family," lawyer Philippe de Veulle told BFM television, adding that he was lodging a complaint against police.

The bearded Rodrigues, who has become a well-known figure in the "yellow vest" movement with 50,000 followers on Facebook, was live-streaming the protest on the website when he was hit.

De Veulle said Rodrigues was struck with a "flashball", referring to the 40-mm (1.6-inch) rubber projectiles used by French riot police.

The devices have become deeply controversial in France since the protests began in November, blamed for dozens of serious injuries.

On Saturday, police using the bullets were for the first time deployed wearing body cams in a bid to increase transparency.

Rodrigues, speaking to LCI television from hospital, said he was also hit by a sting ball grenade, another controversial riot control device.

"Everything happened very quickly. They threw a grenade at me and I took a (rubber) bullet. I was attacked twice — a grenade to the foot, and the bullet," Rodrigues said.

He accused police of carrying out "all the violence the rules allow".

Witnesses picked up the projectile that struck Rodrigues and police are set to investigate the circumstances of the incident.

Originally sparked by rises in fuel taxes, the "yellow vest" protests quickly snowballed into a widespread revolt over accusations that Macron, an ex-banker, is out of touch with rural and small-town France.

Named after the emblematic luminous road safety vests worn by protesters, the demonstrations have drawn tens of thousands of people to the streets.

But their numbers have eased in recent weeks after Macron announced a series of policy climbdowns and launched a two-month consultation to allow people to vent their anger.

The interior ministry estimated that 69,000 turned out across France on Saturday, compared with 84,000 a week earlier.

A prominent French anti-government "yellow vest" activist, badly injured in the eye at a protest, was struck with one of the controversial rubber bullets used by police, his lawyer said Sunday.

A prominent French anti-government "yellow vest" activist, badly injured in the eye at a protest, was struck with one of the controversial rubber bullets used by police, his lawyer said Sunday. Jerome Rodrigues' lawyer fears he will be "handicapped for life" after he was injured in clashes with police in Paris on Saturday during an 11th straight weekend of protests against President Emmanuel Macron. Rodrigues was placed in an artificial coma overnight after the incident at the Bastille monument in central Paris. "He is in shock. He will be handicapped for life. It is a tragedy for him and his family," lawyer Philippe de Veulle told BFM television, adding that he was lodging a complaint against police. The bearded Rodrigues, who has become a well-known figure in the "yellow vest" movement with 50,000 followers on Facebook, was live-streaming the protest on the website when he was hit. De Veulle said Rodrigues was struck with a "flashball", referring to the 40-mm (1.6-inch) rubber projectiles used by French riot police. The devices have become deeply controversial in France since the protests began in November, blamed for dozens of serious injuries. On Saturday, police using the bullets were for the first time deployed wearing body cams in a bid to increase transparency. Rodrigues, speaking to LCI television from hospital, said he was also hit by a sting ball grenade, another controversial riot control device. "Everything happened very quickly. They threw a grenade at me and I took a (rubber) bullet. I was attacked twice — a grenade to the foot, and the bullet," Rodrigues said. He accused police of carrying out "all the violence the rules allow". Witnesses picked up the projectile that struck Rodrigues and police are set to investigate the circumstances of the incident. Originally sparked by rises in fuel taxes, the "yellow vest" protests quickly snowballed into a widespread revolt over accusations that Macron, an ex-banker, is out of touch with rural and small-town France. Named after the emblematic luminous road safety vests worn by protesters, the demonstrations have drawn tens of thousands of people to the streets. But their numbers have eased in recent weeks after Macron announced a series of policy climbdowns and launched a two-month consultation to allow people to vent their anger. The interior ministry estimated that 69,000 turned out across France on Saturday, compared with 84,000 a week earlier.

Yellow vest activist handicapped for life after getting hit by rubber bullet: Lawyer

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard will miss Thursday's Europa League game against Greek side PAOK Salonika due to a minor ankle injury, but should recover in time to face Fulham in the Premier League on Sunday, manager Maurizio Sarri said.

Hazard played the full 90 minutes of Chelsea's 3-1 defeat by Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday and was limping towards the end, but Sarri allayed fears that the Belgium international was facing a long spell out injured.

"Hazard, of course, it is not a serious injury," the Italian told a news conference on Wednesday. "He will not be able to play tomorrow but I think he will be able to recover for the Premier League match."

Hazard has been used sparingly in Europe this season, with Sarri choosing to keep his top goalscorer fresh for the Premier League, but the manager said he was worried that the Belgian was still being overworked.

"I am worried because he had a back injury (earlier in the season) and now ankle, so he has lost a lot of training," Sarri said. "It's normal he is not at the top form of his physical condition. He has one week and a couple of matches.

"This week it is useful for him to have training. Of course he cannot play 10 matches in 30 days, so sometimes he has to rest."

Chelsea are top of Group L with 12 points from four matches and need one point from their two remaining games to secure qualification to the knockout stages as group winners.

The defeat by Tottenham was Chelsea's first loss of the season, and Sarri called on his players for a reaction, saying he wanted to see more grit from his team.

"On Saturday we played very badly, a match without determination," he said.

"We have to understand why we played against Spurs without the determination, it is not normal.

"I want to see a reaction tomorrow and on Sunday. I want to see we have learned from our mistakes."

Victor Moses, who can play in defence or on the wing, will also miss the match at Stamford Bridge because of a back problem.

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard will miss Thursday's Europa League game against Greek side PAOK Salonika due to a minor ankle injury, but should recover in time to face Fulham in the Premier League on Sunday, manager Maurizio Sarri said.

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard will miss Thursday's Europa League game against Greek side PAOK Salonika due to a minor ankle injury, but should recover in time to face Fulham in the Premier League on Sunday, manager Maurizio Sarri said. Hazard played the full 90 minutes of Chelsea's 3-1 defeat by Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday and was limping towards the end, but Sarri allayed fears that the Belgium international was facing a long spell out injured. "Hazard, of course, it is not a serious injury," the Italian told a news conference on Wednesday. "He will not be able to play tomorrow but I think he will be able to recover for the Premier League match." Hazard has been used sparingly in Europe this season, with Sarri choosing to keep his top goalscorer fresh for the Premier League, but the manager said he was worried that the Belgian was still being overworked. "I am worried because he had a back injury (earlier in the season) and now ankle, so he has lost a lot of training," Sarri said. "It's normal he is not at the top form of his physical condition. He has one week and a couple of matches. "This week it is useful for him to have training. Of course he cannot play 10 matches in 30 days, so sometimes he has to rest." Chelsea are top of Group L with 12 points from four matches and need one point from their two remaining games to secure qualification to the knockout stages as group winners. The defeat by Tottenham was Chelsea's first loss of the season, and Sarri called on his players for a reaction, saying he wanted to see more grit from his team. "On Saturday we played very badly, a match without determination," he said. "We have to understand why we played against Spurs without the determination, it is not normal. "I want to see a reaction tomorrow and on Sunday. I want to see we have learned from our mistakes." Victor Moses, who can play in defence or on the wing, will also miss the match at Stamford Bridge because of a back problem.

Chelsea's Hazard out of Europa game with ankle knock

Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck was taken to hospital after suffering a "serious injury" in their Europa League draw against Sporting on Thursday, the club's manager Unai Emery said.

Welbeck, who was earlier named in the England squad, jumped for a header in front of goal at the Emirates Stadium and rolled over in pain after landing awkwardly on his ankle.

He was given oxygen by medical staff before being taken off on a stretcher to a standing ovation from the home fans.

"It's the worst news. We think it's a serious injury," Emery told reporters, adding that Welbeck, 27, had been taken to hospital with the club waiting to hear more on his condition.

"His injury is very big for him, for us and for all," Emery said, when asked about Welbeck's prospects at the north London club in view of the fact that his contract ends this season.

Arsenal qualified for the Europa League knockout stage after the match against Sporting ended in a 0-0 draw.

England manager Gareth Southgate included Welbeck in his squad for next Thursday's friendly with the United States and a Nations League tie against Croatia three days later at Wembley.

Arsenal's Mesut Ozil took to Twitter soon after the incident to wish his team mate well, saying: "Oh no ... get well soon Danny".

Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck was taken to hospital after suffering a "serious injury" in their Europa League draw against Sporting on Thursday, the club's manager Unai Emery said.

Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck was taken to hospital after suffering a "serious injury" in their Europa League draw against Sporting on Thursday, the club's manager Unai Emery said. Welbeck, who was earlier named in the England squad, jumped for a header in front of goal at the Emirates Stadium and rolled over in pain after landing awkwardly on his ankle. He was given oxygen by medical staff before being taken off on a stretcher to a standing ovation from the home fans. "It's the worst news. We think it's a serious injury," Emery told reporters, adding that Welbeck, 27, had been taken to hospital with the club waiting to hear more on his condition. "His injury is very big for him, for us and for all," Emery said, when asked about Welbeck's prospects at the north London club in view of the fact that his contract ends this season. Arsenal qualified for the Europa League knockout stage after the match against Sporting ended in a 0-0 draw. England manager Gareth Southgate included Welbeck in his squad for next Thursday's friendly with the United States and a Nations League tie against Croatia three days later at Wembley. Arsenal's Mesut Ozil took to Twitter soon after the incident to wish his team mate well, saying: "Oh no ... get well soon Danny".

Danny Welbeck taken to hospital with 'serious injury'

American Serena Williams withdrew from the French Open on Monday, shortly before she was due on court to face Maria Sharapova in a much-anticipated fourth-round showdown.

The 36-year-old 23-times Grand Slam champion, making a comeback after a maternity break, told a news conference she had a pectoral muscle injury.

"Unfortunately I'm having some issues with my pec muscle.

Right now I can't actually serve, it's kind of hard to play," she said.

"I'm having an MRI (scan) tomorrow, I'm going to stay here to see the doctors and see as many specialists as I can. I won't know (how serious the injury is) until I get those results."

Williams had worked hard to get back in shape and was making her Grand Slam comeback at the French Open following the birth of her daughter Alexis Olympia last September.

"Physically I'm doing great. It hasn't been easy. I sacrificed so much to be at this event. I'm going to continue to get better. I had such a wonderful performance in my first Grand Slam back," she added.

'Unfortunately I'm having some issues with my pec muscle. Right now I can't actually serve, it's kind of hard to play,' said Serena

American Serena Williams withdrew from the French Open on Monday, shortly before she was due on court to face Maria Sharapova in a much-anticipated fourth-round showdown. The 36-year-old 23-times Grand Slam champion, making a comeback after a maternity break, told a news conference she had a pectoral muscle injury. "Unfortunately I'm having some issues with my pec muscle. Right now I can't actually serve, it's kind of hard to play," she said. "I'm having an MRI (scan) tomorrow, I'm going to stay here to see the doctors and see as many specialists as I can. I won't know (how serious the injury is) until I get those results." Williams had worked hard to get back in shape and was making her Grand Slam comeback at the French Open following the birth of her daughter Alexis Olympia last September. "Physically I'm doing great. It hasn't been easy. I sacrificed so much to be at this event. I'm going to continue to get better. I had such a wonderful performance in my first Grand Slam back," she added.

French Open: Serena Williams pulls out before Sharapova match

"This Is Us" star Sterling K Brown is the latest actor to join the cast of Blake Lively-starrer "The Rhythm Section" as it resumes shooting.

The production on the spy-thriller was halted in January after Lively, 30, suffered an injury on her hand during shooting for an action sequence in Dublin.

Lively has fully recovered from the injury and production on the film is set to resume next month in Spain, according to one of the reporters.

The details of the character that Brown, 42, will be playing are being kept under wraps.

"The Handmaids Tale" director Reed Morano is directing the film, which also stars Jude Law.

The film is an adaptation of British author Mark Burnells "Stephanie Patrick" novels and follows the story of a woman (Lively) who seeks to uncover the truth behind a plane crash that killed her family.&nbsp;

Lively has fully recovered from the injury and production on the film is set to resume next month in Spain

"This Is Us" star Sterling K Brown is the latest actor to join the cast of Blake Lively-starrer "The Rhythm Section" as it resumes shooting. The production on the spy-thriller was halted in January after Lively, 30, suffered an injury on her hand during shooting for an action sequence in Dublin. Lively has fully recovered from the injury and production on the film is set to resume next month in Spain, according to one of the reporters. The details of the character that Brown, 42, will be playing are being kept under wraps. "The Handmaids Tale" director Reed Morano is directing the film, which also stars Jude Law. The film is an adaptation of British author Mark Burnells "Stephanie Patrick" novels and follows the story of a woman (Lively) who seeks to uncover the truth behind a plane crash that killed her family.

Sterling K Brown joins Blake Lively's 'Rhythm Section'

Injured Mohamed Salah will&nbspmiss the opening match of Group A against Uruguay on June 15 as the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has announced after meeting Salah in Spain, where he is undergoing treatment, that the Liverpool striker won't be able to play for minimum&nbspthree weeks.

"The football federation reiterates that Salah will be at the World Cup, God willing, and will be out for no longer than three weeks," said Egyptian FA.

Egyptian Federation officials including the president Hani Abu Reda and the team doctor paid a morale-boosting visit to Salah in Spain where he is getting his treatment done.

The doctors said that Salah will at least need three weeks to recover completely from the shoulder injury that he received during the finals of UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid. In the absence of Mo Salah, Liverpool lost to Real 3-1.

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Egyptian Federation officials including the president Hani Abu Reda and the team doctor paid a morale-boosting visit to Salah in Spain

Injured Mohamed Salah will&nbspmiss the opening match of Group A against Uruguay on June 15 as the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has announced after meeting Salah in Spain, where he is undergoing treatment, that the Liverpool striker won't be able to play for minimum&nbspthree weeks. "The football federation reiterates that Salah will be at the World Cup, God willing, and will be out for no longer than three weeks," said Egyptian FA. Egyptian Federation officials including the president Hani Abu Reda and the team doctor paid a morale-boosting visit to Salah in Spain where he is getting his treatment done. The doctors said that Salah will at least need three weeks to recover completely from the shoulder injury that he received during the finals of UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid. In the absence of Mo Salah, Liverpool lost to Real 3-1. تحديث | أفاد الدكتور محمد أبو العلا طبيب المنتخب أن الجهاز الطبي بنادي ليفربول قد ابلغوه بعد إجراء الآشعة على كتف صلاح وأفادت نتيجتها بأن اللاعب أصيب بجزع في أربطة مفصل الكتف وأضاف انه وفقا لهذا التشخيص عن تفاؤله بأن يلحق صلاح بالمنتخب الوطني في كأس العالم ????@MoSalah — Egypt National Football Team (@Pharaohs) May 26, 2018 × Salah arrived for rehabilitation in Valencia on Sunday, the day after he injured his shoulder after being wrestled to the ground by Sergio Ramos in the Champions League final Real Madrid won 3-1. The Egyptian FA have confirmed Mo Salah will be fit for the Egypt's final two group games at the World Cup. Great news for Mo! pic.twitter.com/BzGE7JO7JY — LFC Fans Corner (@LFCFansCorner) May 30, 2018 ×

Mohamed Salah to miss opening Group A match against Uruguay due to injury

Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi will lead the ICC World XI side against Windies at Lord's as Eoin Morgan has been forced to pull out due to a fractured finger.

Morgan injured his right ring finger during a Royal London One-Day cup encounter against Somerset on Sunday, May 27. He was sent for a precautionary x-ray, which revealed a crack.

Eoin Morgan was set to captain the side but due to the injury, former Pakistan's skipper Shahid Afridi will lead the squad.&nbsp

Sam Billings has been added to the squad at the place of Eoin Morgan. Also, Surrey all-rounder Sam Curran and England fast bowler Tymal Mills have been added to the World XI squad.

The match is being held to raise funds for the reconstruction of Ronald Webster Park in Anguilla, the Sir Viv Richards Stadium in Antigua, the Windsor Park Stadium in Dominica, the A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground in the British Virgin Islands and the Carib Lumber Ball Park in St. Maarten, that were damaged by Hurricanes Irma and Maria last year.

ICC World XI squad:

Shahid Afridi (C), Dinesh Karthik, Mitchell McClenaghan, Thisara Perera, Rashid Khan, Luke Ronchi, Shoaib Malik, Tamim Iqbal, Sandeep Lamichhane, Adil Rashid, Mohammed Shami, Sam Billings, Sam Curran, Tymal Mills

The match is being held to raise funds in order to reconstruct the stadiums which were damaged due to hurricanes last year

Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi will lead the ICC World XI side against Windies at Lord's as Eoin Morgan has been forced to pull out due to a fractured finger. Morgan injured his right ring finger during a Royal London One-Day cup encounter against Somerset on Sunday, May 27. He was sent for a precautionary x-ray, which revealed a crack. Eoin Morgan was set to captain the side but due to the injury, former Pakistan's skipper Shahid Afridi will lead the squad. Sam Billings has been added to the squad at the place of Eoin Morgan. Also, Surrey all-rounder Sam Curran and England fast bowler Tymal Mills have been added to the World XI squad. The match is being held to raise funds for the reconstruction of Ronald Webster Park in Anguilla, the Sir Viv Richards Stadium in Antigua, the Windsor Park Stadium in Dominica, the A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground in the British Virgin Islands and the Carib Lumber Ball Park in St. Maarten, that were damaged by Hurricanes Irma and Maria last year. ICC World XI squad: Shahid Afridi (C), Dinesh Karthik, Mitchell McClenaghan, Thisara Perera, Rashid Khan, Luke Ronchi, Shoaib Malik, Tamim Iqbal, Sandeep Lamichhane, Adil Rashid, Mohammed Shami, Sam Billings, Sam Curran, Tymal Mills

Shahid Afridi to lead ICC World XI against Windies; Eoin Morgan out due to injury

Liverpool and Egypt star Mohamed Salah will travel to Spain on Tuesday for treatment on the injured shoulder that wrecked his Champions League final bid and threatens his World Cup participation.

Egypt's football federation (EFA) said Salah's entourage had chosen Spain for a rehabilitation programme that Egyptians will hope helps Salah return in time for next month's World Cup in Russia.

According to an EFA statement, Salah will be accompanied by Liverpool's medical staff "for the duration of the treatment period", having "started his rehabilitation on Sunday".

Salah, who hit a stunning 44 goals for Liverpool last season in all competitions, was forced out the Champions League final in tears on Saturday clutching his left shoulder after being wrestled to the ground by Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos.

It was feared the injury had ruled Salah out of the June 14-July 15 World Cup, but on Sunday the Reds' striker said he was "confident" he would be back in time.

"It was a very tough night, but I'm a fighter. Despite the odds, I'm confident that I'll be in Russia to make you all proud," Salah wrote on his official Twitter account on Sunday.

Egyptian media reported Salah wouldn't kick a ball in anger for three weeks.

Egyptian federation officials meanwhile are set to pay Salah -- described by the EFA as "the symbol of Egypt" -- a morale-boosting visit on Wednesday.

Egypt, who were drawn in Group A, open their World Cup campaign against Uruguay on June 15, before facing hosts Russia and Saudi Arabia.

The Pharaohs play a first warm-up match, against Colombia, in Bergamo, Italy on June 1.

It was feared that the injury had ruled Salah out of the June 14-July 15 World Cup

Liverpool and Egypt star Mohamed Salah will travel to Spain on Tuesday for treatment on the injured shoulder that wrecked his Champions League final bid and threatens his World Cup participation. Egypt's football federation (EFA) said Salah's entourage had chosen Spain for a rehabilitation programme that Egyptians will hope helps Salah return in time for next month's World Cup in Russia. According to an EFA statement, Salah will be accompanied by Liverpool's medical staff "for the duration of the treatment period", having "started his rehabilitation on Sunday". Salah, who hit a stunning 44 goals for Liverpool last season in all competitions, was forced out the Champions League final in tears on Saturday clutching his left shoulder after being wrestled to the ground by Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos. It was feared the injury had ruled Salah out of the June 14-July 15 World Cup, but on Sunday the Reds' striker said he was "confident" he would be back in time. "It was a very tough night, but I'm a fighter. Despite the odds, I'm confident that I'll be in Russia to make you all proud," Salah wrote on his official Twitter account on Sunday. Egyptian media reported Salah wouldn't kick a ball in anger for three weeks. Egyptian federation officials meanwhile are set to pay Salah -- described by the EFA as "the symbol of Egypt" -- a morale-boosting visit on Wednesday. Egypt, who were drawn in Group A, open their World Cup campaign against Uruguay on June 15, before facing hosts Russia and Saudi Arabia. The Pharaohs play a first warm-up match, against Colombia, in Bergamo, Italy on June 1.

Mohamed Salah to travel to Spain for treatment: Egypt football federation

Brazilian forward Neymar Jr admitted that he is not "100 per cent fit"&nbspfor the World Cup which is scheduled to start from June 14.

Paris-Saint Germain star player also mentioned that he feels discomfort while recovering&nbspbut believes that he will be better for the tournament.

The 26-year-old, who joined PSG for a world-record 222 million euros ($264 million) from Barcelona last year, suffered a fractured bone in his right foot in February in a match against Marseille.

"Physically I am well, my foot is fine. I am adapting in a few things. I still feel some discomfort, but it is not something that will trouble me," Neymar told journalists at Brazil's football confederation headquarters in Rio de Janeiro.

Recently, he said, "Everything's going well, thank God, but there's always this fear when you come back and I need to get rid of that fear as soon as possible to arrive at the World Cup."&nbsp

Neymar, who missed Brazil's 7-1 semi-final thrashing on home soil by Germany through injury four years ago, is key to his country's hopes at this year's World Cup, which starts on June 14.

Brazilian forward Neymar Jr admitted that he is not "100 per cent fit" for the World Cup which is scheduled to start from June 14

Brazilian forward Neymar Jr admitted that he is not "100 per cent fit"&nbspfor the World Cup which is scheduled to start from June 14. Paris-Saint Germain star player also mentioned that he feels discomfort while recovering&nbspbut believes that he will be better for the tournament. The 26-year-old, who joined PSG for a world-record 222 million euros ($264 million) from Barcelona last year, suffered a fractured bone in his right foot in February in a match against Marseille. "Physically I am well, my foot is fine. I am adapting in a few things. I still feel some discomfort, but it is not something that will trouble me," Neymar told journalists at Brazil's football confederation headquarters in Rio de Janeiro. Recently, he said, "Everything's going well, thank God, but there's always this fear when you come back and I need to get rid of that fear as soon as possible to arrive at the World Cup." Neymar, who missed Brazil's 7-1 semi-final thrashing on home soil by Germany through injury four years ago, is key to his country's hopes at this year's World Cup, which starts on June 14.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Neymar admits he is not '100% fit'

Mohamed Salah got injured during the finals of UEFA Champions League while playing against Real Madrid and there were speculations that he could miss the football World Cup due to a suspected shoulder injury.

The injury was identified as shoulder dislocations, however, Egypt's FA is optimistic and tweeted that the team doctor had spoken with Liverpool officials who confirmed an x-ray showed ligament damage in his shoulder, rather than a fracture.

Egyptian star has finally spoken about his injury and tweeted, "It was a very tough night, but I'm a fighter. Despite the odds, I'm confident that I'll be in Russia to make you all proud. Your love and support will give me the strength I need."

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The incident happened at the 30th minute when Mo Salah's right hand got stuck with Real Madrid's defender Sergio Ramos and he fell to the ground injuring his left shoulder.

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Although, Salah had returned to the field after receiving the treatment but the injury prevailed and led to his ouster from the game.

It was heartbreaking to watch 44-goal sensation leaving the field in tears and the injury was one of the causes that led to Liverpool's defeat.

It was heartbreaking to watch Egyptian star leaving the field in tears after the injury

Mohamed Salah got injured during the finals of UEFA Champions League while playing against Real Madrid and there were speculations that he could miss the football World Cup due to a suspected shoulder injury. The injury was identified as shoulder dislocations, however, Egypt's FA is optimistic and tweeted that the team doctor had spoken with Liverpool officials who confirmed an x-ray showed ligament damage in his shoulder, rather than a fracture. Egyptian star has finally spoken about his injury and tweeted, "It was a very tough night, but I'm a fighter. Despite the odds, I'm confident that I'll be in Russia to make you all proud. Your love and support will give me the strength I need." It was a very tough night, but I'm a fighter. Despite the odds, I'm confident that I'll be in Russia to make you all proud. Your love and support will give me the strength I need. pic.twitter.com/HTfKF4S70e — Mohamed Salah (@MoSalah) May 27, 2018 × The incident happened at the 30th minute when Mo Salah's right hand got stuck with Real Madrid's defender Sergio Ramos and he fell to the ground injuring his left shoulder. Over 1.5 lakh sign petition urging, 'punish Sergio Ramos for intentionally hurting Mohamed Salah' Although, Salah had returned to the field after receiving the treatment but the injury prevailed and led to his ouster from the game. It was heartbreaking to watch 44-goal sensation leaving the field in tears and the injury was one of the causes that led to Liverpool's defeat.

'I'm confident that I'll be in Russia,' says Mohamed Salah to dismiss World Cup doubts

Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah could miss the football World Cup due to a suspected shoulder injury he received in the finals of UEFA Champions League against Real Madrid.

Although, Real beat the Reds 3-1 and clinched the title for the third consecutive year.

On the other hand, Mo Salah's injury ended his&nbsp;Champions League's dream within 30 minutes of the game.

Salah's left hand got stuck with Madrid's defender Sergio Ramos as there was a strong challenge made by Ramos to tackle Salah while defending.

Now, there are speculations that Mohamed Salah might miss the FIFA 2018 which will start from June 14.

However, Egypt's FA is optimistic and tweeted that the team doctor had spoken with Liverpool officials who confirmed an x-ray showed ligament damage in his shoulder, rather than a fracture.

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Although, Salah had returned to the field after receiving the treatment but the injury prevailed and led to his ouster from the game.

It was heartbreaking to watch 44-goal sensation leaving the field in tears and it is equally saddening to hear the news the Salah might miss the football World Cup as he is carrying the Egyptian hopes on his 'shoulder.'

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said, "It’s a serious injury, a really serious injury."&nbsp;

"He is in the hospital for an X-ray. It’s either the collarbone or the shoulder itself. It doesn’t look good, that’s it," Klopp further added.

"We lost a very important player, like probably Egypt lost for the World Cup a very important player.. I still hope it’s not like this," he said.

Egypt will play in the World Cup for the first time since 1990 and face hosts Russia, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia in Group A.

Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah could miss the football World Cup due to a suspected shoulder injury he received in the finals of UEFA Champions League against Real Madrid

Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah could miss the football World Cup due to a suspected shoulder injury he received in the finals of UEFA Champions League against Real Madrid. Although, Real beat the Reds 3-1 and clinched the title for the third consecutive year. On the other hand, Mo Salah's injury ended his Champions League's dream within 30 minutes of the game. Salah's left hand got stuck with Madrid's defender Sergio Ramos as there was a strong challenge made by Ramos to tackle Salah while defending. Now, there are speculations that Mohamed Salah might miss the FIFA 2018 which will start from June 14. However, Egypt's FA is optimistic and tweeted that the team doctor had spoken with Liverpool officials who confirmed an x-ray showed ligament damage in his shoulder, rather than a fracture. خلال المتابعة الهاتفية التي تجريها بعثة المنتخب الوطني في إيطاليا للاطمئنان على حالة محمد صلاح أفاد المسئولون بليفربول أنه تم إجراء الآشعة على كتف صلاح وأظهرت أن الاصابة جزع في أربطة مفصل الكتف وأعرب الدكتور أبو العلا عن تفاؤله بأن يلحق صلاح بمباريات كأس العالم وفق هذا التشخيص . — EFA.eg (@EFA) May 26, 2018 × Although, Salah had returned to the field after receiving the treatment but the injury prevailed and led to his ouster from the game. It was heartbreaking to watch 44-goal sensation leaving the field in tears and it is equally saddening to hear the news the Salah might miss the football World Cup as he is carrying the Egyptian hopes on his 'shoulder.' Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said, "It’s a serious injury, a really serious injury." "He is in the hospital for an X-ray. It’s either the collarbone or the shoulder itself. It doesn’t look good, that’s it," Klopp further added. "We lost a very important player, like probably Egypt lost for the World Cup a very important player.. I still hope it’s not like this," he said. Egypt will play in the World Cup for the first time since 1990 and face hosts Russia, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia in Group A.

FIFA 2018: Is Mohamed Salah's World Cup in doubt?

After reports surfaced that Indian Cricket Team captain Virat Kohli is suffering from slip disc problem, a top BCCI official rubbished the claims saying 'its neck sprain, not slip disc'.

The official also informed that the problem arose due to fatigue and is a case of is a case of 'workload management rather than injury management'.

"Yes, Virat has had fatigue issues and this is a case of workload management rather than injury management. But it isn't a case of slip disc. As of now, we will be monitoring his workload," the senior official told PTI on condition of anonymity.

The official, who is privy to Kohli's county engagements, also informed that the management is assessing Kohli's condition and can say anything after that only.&nbsp;

Earlier reports said that Kohli had visited a hospital in Mumbai for a check-up, he is suffering from a slip disc injury and will not be playing for Surrey ahead of the UK tour starting with two T20 Internationals against Ireland in June.

When pressed further on the reported slip disc injury, the official replied: "Yesterday, Virat posted his fitness video as part of the Government's 'Fitness Challenge'. I can tell you that the video was shot yesterday."

Kohli had been tagged by Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore in the social media campaign and he had posted a video of him working out in the gym in response.&nbsp;

Asked why did he visit a spinal surgeon at Khar medical facility, the official said: "Virat had suffered a neck sprain during an IPL match in Jaipur (RCB's final game). The pain had subsided but he went for a precautionary check-up."

Kolhi appeared in nine Tests and 29 of the 32 ODIs that the national team played. He also played 9 out of India's 18 T20 Internationals.

In all, he played 47 international matches with only Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya (48 each) playing a match more than him.

Add to it, the 14 IPL matches and his tally goes up to 61 in all.

The official also informed that the problem arose due to fatigue.

After reports surfaced that Indian Cricket Team captain Virat Kohli is suffering from slip disc problem, a top BCCI official rubbished the claims saying 'its neck sprain, not slip disc'. The official also informed that the problem arose due to fatigue and is a case of is a case of 'workload management rather than injury management'. "Yes, Virat has had fatigue issues and this is a case of workload management rather than injury management. But it isn't a case of slip disc. As of now, we will be monitoring his workload," the senior official told PTI on condition of anonymity. The official, who is privy to Kohli's county engagements, also informed that the management is assessing Kohli's condition and can say anything after that only. Earlier reports said that Kohli had visited a hospital in Mumbai for a check-up, he is suffering from a slip disc injury and will not be playing for Surrey ahead of the UK tour starting with two T20 Internationals against Ireland in June. When pressed further on the reported slip disc injury, the official replied: "Yesterday, Virat posted his fitness video as part of the Government's 'Fitness Challenge'. I can tell you that the video was shot yesterday." Kohli had been tagged by Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore in the social media campaign and he had posted a video of him working out in the gym in response. Asked why did he visit a spinal surgeon at Khar medical facility, the official said: "Virat had suffered a neck sprain during an IPL match in Jaipur (RCB's final game). The pain had subsided but he went for a precautionary check-up." Kolhi appeared in nine Tests and 29 of the 32 ODIs that the national team played. He also played 9 out of India's 18 T20 Internationals. In all, he played 47 international matches with only Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya (48 each) playing a match more than him. Add to it, the 14 IPL matches and his tally goes up to 61 in all.

Neck sprain, not slipped disc: BCCI official on Virat Kohli injury

Paris Saint-Germain defender Dani Alves suffered a knee injury while playing Coupe de France final match and immediately attended by a team of doctors. Now, it is confirmed now that he won't be able to recover in time to make it to Russia.

The Brazilian football federation (CBF) has confirmed it that Brazil right-back Dani Alves has been ruled out of the FIFA 2018.

Dani Alves' ouster is a major blow to the Brazil team as Alves has been a key figure for upcoming football world cup.

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Brazil coach, Tite have already been dealing with injuries of star player Neymar and defender Filipe Luis and now Dani Alves ouster is a big concern.&nbsp;

Although, Brazil team are aiming for a sixth title, starts in Russia on June 14.

The Brazilian football federation (CBF) has confirmed it that Brazil right-back Dani Alves has been ruled out of the FIFA 2018 due to a knee injury

Paris Saint-Germain defender Dani Alves suffered a knee injury while playing Coupe de France final match and immediately attended by a team of doctors. Now, it is confirmed now that he won't be able to recover in time to make it to Russia. The Brazilian football federation (CBF) has confirmed it that Brazil right-back Dani Alves has been ruled out of the FIFA 2018. Dani Alves' ouster is a major blow to the Brazil team as Alves has been a key figure for upcoming football world cup. Brazil coach, Tite have already been dealing with injuries of star player Neymar and defender Filipe Luis and now Dani Alves ouster is a big concern. Although, Brazil team are aiming for a sixth title, starts in Russia on June 14.

Major blow to Brazil as Dani Alves ruled out of FIFA 2018

Transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard withdrew midway through the Commonwealth Games tournament on Monday despite leading the standings after the snatch in the 90kg-plus division.

The 40-year-old suffered an elbow injury when attempting a Commonwealth record 132kg in the snatch when leading the women's 90kg-plus division.

She lifted 120kg in her first attempt, then stupmed at 127kg, Hubbard raised the weight another 5kg for her third attempt to break her own record of 131kg.

Shortly into the clean and jerk component, it was announced that Hubbard had declined her lifts.

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The New Zealander, who lived as Gavin Hubbard until four years ago and competed at national level as a man, finished second in the women's super-heavyweights behind American Sarah Robles at the world championships in December.

Earlier on Monday, Commonwealth Games Federation chief executive David Grevemberg called on her nation to support the lifter.

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"I hope all New Zealanders... would get behind one of their athletes that has gone through the pathway to achieve greatness, and within the rules of the sport," Grevemberg told reporters.

Hubbard was cleared by the International Weightlifting Federation to compete in women's tournaments last year. Hubbard was a silver medallist at last year's world championships in the United States and was a dominant favourite to win gold on Monday.&nbsp;

The 40-year-old suffered an elbow injury when attempting a Commonwealth record 132kg in the snatch when leading the women's 90kg-plus division

Transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard withdrew midway through the Commonwealth Games tournament on Monday despite leading the standings after the snatch in the 90kg-plus division. The 40-year-old suffered an elbow injury when attempting a Commonwealth record 132kg in the snatch when leading the women's 90kg-plus division. She lifted 120kg in her first attempt, then stupmed at 127kg, Hubbard raised the weight another 5kg for her third attempt to break her own record of 131kg. Shortly into the clean and jerk component, it was announced that Hubbard had declined her lifts. The New Zealander, who lived as Gavin Hubbard until four years ago and competed at national level as a man, finished second in the women's super-heavyweights behind American Sarah Robles at the world championships in December. Earlier on Monday, Commonwealth Games Federation chief executive David Grevemberg called on her nation to support the lifter. "I hope all New Zealanders... would get behind one of their athletes that has gone through the pathway to achieve greatness, and within the rules of the sport," Grevemberg told reporters. Hubbard was cleared by the International Weightlifting Federation to compete in women's tournaments last year. Hubbard was a silver medallist at last year's world championships in the United States and was a dominant favourite to win gold on Monday.

CWG 2018: New Zealand transgender weightlifter withdraws mid-event

In a big blow to the Delhi Daredevils, South African pacer Kagiso Rabada on Thursday was ruled out of the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a lower back stress reaction.&nbsp

As per media reports, the daredevil will be out of action for a period of up to three months and will miss the entire season of the IPL.

After Mitchell Starc, Rabada is the latest to join the growing list of injury-hit players.

“Kagiso has been diagnosed with a lower back stress reaction, which will rule him out of cricket action for up to three months. He will need a month’s break from all physical activity before commencing with a rehabilitation programme to get him ready for the series against Sri Lanka in July,” said a statement of Proteas team doctor.

The IPL franchise is yet to announce a replacement but has a capable replacement in the form of Trent Boult in their line-up.

The South African pacer will miss the entire season of the tournament

In a big blow to the Delhi Daredevils, South African pacer Kagiso Rabada on Thursday was ruled out of the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a lower back stress reaction. As per media reports, the daredevil will be out of action for a period of up to three months and will miss the entire season of the IPL. After Mitchell Starc, Rabada is the latest to join the growing list of injury-hit players. “Kagiso has been diagnosed with a lower back stress reaction, which will rule him out of cricket action for up to three months. He will need a month’s break from all physical activity before commencing with a rehabilitation programme to get him ready for the series against Sri Lanka in July,” said a statement of Proteas team doctor. The IPL franchise is yet to announce a replacement but has a capable replacement in the form of Trent Boult in their line-up.

IPL 2018: Delhi Daredevil's Rabada ruled out due to injury

The latest reports on Neymar&#39;s <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/neymar-operation-of-injured-foot-ankle-went-perfectly-says-brazil-confederation-34583">recovery</a>&nbsp;is a good news for Brazilian football fans and followers.

Rodrigo Lasmar, who operated&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/psg-striker-neymar-jr-suffers-metatarsal-fracture-34158">Neymar&#39;s metatarsal fracture</a> on March 3 has told French sports daily L&#39;Equipe, &quot;For now, everything is going well, they tell me every detail of <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/neymar-operation-of-injured-foot-ankle-went-perfectly-says-brazil-confederation-34583">Neymar&#39;s recovery</a>.&quot;

Lasmar also mentioned that he speaks two or three times a day&nbsp;with the physiotherapists working with the Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain player to know the current reports.

He also said,&nbsp;&quot;They are working hard and in a very professional way so that he can return as quickly as possible and, above all, so there won&#39;t be any further problems for his foot or posture.&quot;&nbsp;

He added that he planned to reassess the injury in mid-April.

Recently, Neymar uploaded an Instagram story&nbsp;in which he was dancing while standing <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/psg-striker-neymar-jr-suffers-metatarsal-fracture-34158" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">on one foot</a>.

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He also attended&nbsp;his sister&#39;s birthday party in Sao Paulo on crutches on Monday.

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<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/neymar-operation-of-injured-foot-ankle-went-perfectly-says-brazil-confederation-34583">Neymar</a>, who missed Brazil&#39;s 7-1 semi-final thrashing on home soil by Germany through injury four years ago, is key to his country&#39;s hopes at this year&#39;s World Cup, which starts on June 14.

The 26-year-old, who joined PSG for a world-record 222 million euros ($264 million) from Barcelona last year, suffered a fractured bone in his right foot last month in a match against Marseille.

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Rodrigo Lasmar, who operated Neymar's metatarsal fracture said he speaks two or three times a day with the physiotherapists to know the latest reports

The latest reports on Neymar's recovery is a good news for Brazilian football fans and followers. Rodrigo Lasmar, who operated Neymar's metatarsal fracture on March 3 has told French sports daily L'Equipe, "For now, everything is going well, they tell me every detail of Neymar's recovery." Lasmar also mentioned that he speaks two or three times a day with the physiotherapists working with the Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain player to know the current reports. He also said, "They are working hard and in a very professional way so that he can return as quickly as possible and, above all, so there won't be any further problems for his foot or posture." He added that he planned to reassess the injury in mid-April. Recently, Neymar uploaded an Instagram story in which he was dancing while standing on one foot. Neymar posted a video as an Instagram story, in which he was dancing on one foot. (Instagram) × He also attended his sister's birthday party in Sao Paulo on crutches on Monday. Here's the video: Brazil soccer player Neymar attended his sister's birthday party in Sao Paulo on crutches while recovering from a broken foot on Monday (March 19). (Reuters) × Neymar, who missed Brazil's 7-1 semi-final thrashing on home soil by Germany through injury four years ago, is key to his country's hopes at this year's World Cup, which starts on June 14. The 26-year-old, who joined PSG for a world-record 222 million euros ($264 million) from Barcelona last year, suffered a fractured bone in his right foot last month in a match against Marseille.

Neymar's recovery 'is going well', says doctor

In-form&nbsp;Sergio Aguero of Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has been ruled out due to a knee injury. He will miss Monday&#39;s&nbsp;Premier League match against Stoke.

It is expected that it will take two weeks time to heal the injury and&nbsp;Aguero will mark his return in the time for City&#39;s next fixture at Everton on March 31.

He shared the news on his official Twitter account captioning, &quot;During yesterday&#39;s training I had a discomfort on my left knee. The club&#39;s doctors told me I&#39;ll be back with the team in approximately two weeks. Now it&#39;s time for a full recovery!&quot;

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The Argentine striker,&nbsp;Aguero&nbsp;is also a doubt for Argentina&#39;s World Cup warm-up friendlies against Italy and Spain on March 23 and 27 respectively.

Manchester City is set to claim the&nbsp;Premier League title as they hold a 13-point lead and&nbsp;Aguero will have a big part to play if City&nbsp;are&nbsp;to land a first-ever Champions League after easing into the quarter-finals for just the second time in the club&#39;s history with a 5-2 aggregate win over Basel&nbsp;are in&nbsp;the last 16.

The Argentine striker, Aguero is also a doubt for Argentina's World Cup warm-up friendlies against Italy and Spain on March 23 and 27 respectively

In-form Sergio Aguero of Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has been ruled out due to a knee injury. He will miss Monday's Premier League match against Stoke. It is expected that it will take two weeks time to heal the injury and Aguero will mark his return in the time for City's next fixture at Everton on March 31. He shared the news on his official Twitter account captioning, "During yesterday's training I had a discomfort on my left knee. The club's doctors told me I'll be back with the team in approximately two weeks. Now it's time for a full recovery!" During yesterday's training I had a discomfort on my left knee. The club's doctors told me I'll be back with the team in approximately two weeks. Now it's time for a full recovery! — Sergio Kun Aguero (@aguerosergiokun) March 11, 2018 × The Argentine striker, Aguero is also a doubt for Argentina's World Cup warm-up friendlies against Italy and Spain on March 23 and 27 respectively. Manchester City is set to claim the Premier League title as they hold a 13-point lead and Aguero will have a big part to play if City are to land a first-ever Champions League after easing into the quarter-finals for just the second time in the club's history with a 5-2 aggregate win over Basel are in the last 16.

Sergio Aguero suffers injury, out for 2 weeks

Japan&#39;s Kei Nishikori was about to mark his comeback but has pulled out&nbsp;of the ATP Indian Wells Masters ahead of his scheduled opening match on Sunday with illness.

In an interview to a sports&nbsp;channel, he said, &quot;It wasn&#39;t easy doing rehab every day... but I was mentally refreshed.&quot;

After his ouster from the ongoing tournament, he shared the news on his personal twitter handle captioning, &quot;Unfortunately I have to pull out.&quot;

&quot;I have been sick for over a week and tried everything I could to get better.&quot;

&quot;I&#39;m still not strong enough to go play a match. I&#39;m very sorry as I love this tournament. I really look forward to being back next year, he further added.&quot;

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The world number 25 was scheduled to face Argentina&#39;s Leonardo Mayer in a second-round match at the joint ATP/WTA hardcourt tournament.

Nishikori withdrew from the Australian Open earlier this year with a right wrist injury. In his most recent outing at the Mexican Open in Acapulco, he lost in the first round to Canadian rising star Denis Shapovalov.

As the 22nd seed, Nishikori received a bye through the first round. His place in the draw will be taken by lucky loser Ruben Bemelmans.

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The world number 25 was scheduled to face Argentina's Leonardo Mayer in a second-round match

Japan's Kei Nishikori was about to mark his comeback but has pulled out of the ATP Indian Wells Masters ahead of his scheduled opening match on Sunday with illness. In an interview to a sports channel, he said, "It wasn't easy doing rehab every day... but I was mentally refreshed." After his ouster from the ongoing tournament, he shared the news on his personal twitter handle captioning, "Unfortunately I have to pull out." "I have been sick for over a week and tried everything I could to get better." "I'm still not strong enough to go play a match. I'm very sorry as I love this tournament. I really look forward to being back next year, he further added." Unfortunate I have to pull out of the tournament today. I have been sick for over a week and tried everything I could to get better. Unfortunately today I am still not strong enough. I am very sorry as I love this tournament and wish Tommy Haas and the team a great event. — Kei Nishikori (@keinishikori) March 11, 2018 × Kei Nishikori has withdrawn due to illness and is replaced by lucky loser Ruben Bemelmans. We wish Kei a quick recovery! #BNPPO18 pic.twitter.com/vemKgVpr2Q — BNP Paribas Open (@BNPPARIBASOPEN) March 11, 2018 × "It wasn't easy doing rehab every day... but I was mentally refreshed"@keinishikori continues his comeback this week in Indian Wells ????#BNPPO18 pic.twitter.com/uZstTNhbNh — ATP World Tour (@ATPWorldTour) March 10, 2018 × The world number 25 was scheduled to face Argentina's Leonardo Mayer in a second-round match at the joint ATP/WTA hardcourt tournament. Nishikori withdrew from the Australian Open earlier this year with a right wrist injury. In his most recent outing at the Mexican Open in Acapulco, he lost in the first round to Canadian rising star Denis Shapovalov. As the 22nd seed, Nishikori received a bye through the first round. His place in the draw will be taken by lucky loser Ruben Bemelmans.

Kei Nishikori withdraws from Indian Wells due to illness

Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/football-neymar-jr-out-for-six-to-eight-weeks-says-neymar-sr-34304">suffered a sprained ankle</a> and a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-metatarsal-fracture-that-caused-neymars-exit-34167">fractured metatarsal</a> when he was stretchered off during a match against&nbsp;Marseille.

On Friday, he flew to&nbsp;Belo Horizonte in Brazil and went&nbsp;straight to the Hospital MaterDei in the city for treatment to his injured foot.

Recently in an interview to ESPN Brazil, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/football-neymar-jr-out-for-six-to-eight-weeks-says-neymar-sr-34304">his father, Neymar Sr</a> said,&nbsp;&quot;PSG know that they won&#39;t have Neymar in the next few games and that they won&#39;t have Neymar for the next six weeks at least.&quot;

&quot;Because this treatment is going to take six to eight weeks, we know that, whether it is surgery or conventional, it will be six or eight weeks,&quot; he further said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/football-neymar-jr-out-for-six-to-eight-weeks-says-neymar-sr-34304">Neymar Sr</a> also mentioned that the damage was such that Neymar would definitely miss <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/football-neymar-jr-out-for-six-to-eight-weeks-says-neymar-sr-34304">next week&#39;s Champions</a> League encounter against Real Madrid.

Brazil star was signed by PSG for a world record 222 million euros (US$ 260 million) from the Spanish giants Barcelona last year, is set to undergo surgery on the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-metatarsal-fracture-that-caused-neymars-exit-34167">fifth metatarsal</a> of his right foot.

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Neymar suffered a fractured metatarsal during a match against Marseille now he flew to Belo Horizonte in Brazil for treatment to his injured foot

Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar suffered a sprained ankle and a fractured metatarsal when he was stretchered off during a match against Marseille. On Friday, he flew to Belo Horizonte in Brazil and went straight to the Hospital MaterDei in the city for treatment to his injured foot. Recently in an interview to ESPN Brazil, his father, Neymar Sr said, "PSG know that they won't have Neymar in the next few games and that they won't have Neymar for the next six weeks at least." "Because this treatment is going to take six to eight weeks, we know that, whether it is surgery or conventional, it will be six or eight weeks," he further said. Neymar Sr also mentioned that the damage was such that Neymar would definitely miss next week's Champions League encounter against Real Madrid. Brazil star was signed by PSG for a world record 222 million euros (US$ 260 million) from the Spanish giants Barcelona last year, is set to undergo surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot. ×

Neymar arrives in Brazil ahead of foot surgery

Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar suffered a sprained ankle and a fractured metatarsal when he was stretchered off in Sunday&#39;s win over Marseille, the Ligue 1 leaders announced on Monday.

The Brazilian, who signed for PSG in a world-record move from Barcelona last year, is now a serious injury doubt for the Champions League last-16 second leg against Real Madrid at the Parc des Princes on March 6.

PSG trail in the tie after a 3-1 first-leg defeat in Spain, with their hopes of a maiden Champions League title taking a further body blow with the confirmation of Neymar&#39;s injury, although they didn&#39;t specify how long the 26-year-old would be out of action.

&quot;Additional examinations performed today (ultrasound and CT) confirmed an external sprain of the right ankle, but also an associated fissure of the fifth metatarsal,&quot; PSG said in a short statement.

The chances of Neymar returning to fitness in time to face the reigning European champions now appear extremely slim.

He is all but certain to miss Wednesday&#39;s French Cup quarter-final against Marseille and the weekend&#39;s Ligue 1 visit to Troyes, with the Real clash just three days later.

Metatarsal injuries usually take weeks, if not months to recover from.

Just last year, Neymar&#39;s international team-mate Gabriel Jesus was out of action for two months after breaking a metatarsal with Manchester City and has struggled with further injuries since.

Former England stars David Beckham and Wayne Rooney spent six weeks on the sidelines with metatarsal injuries in the past, with both still arguably being rushed back too soon for the 2002 and 2006 World Cups respectively.

Brazil fans will also be keeping a close eye on Neymar&#39;s fitness, especially after he missed their 2014 World Cup thrashing by Germany with the injury.

PSG, who lead the French top flight by a massive 14 points, also said that Brazilian centre-back Marquinhos had picked up a leg muscle problem.

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Neymar is now a serious injury doubt for the Champions League last-16 second leg against Real Madrid at the Parc des Princes on March 6

Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar suffered a sprained ankle and a fractured metatarsal when he was stretchered off in Sunday's win over Marseille, the Ligue 1 leaders announced on Monday. The Brazilian, who signed for PSG in a world-record move from Barcelona last year, is now a serious injury doubt for the Champions League last-16 second leg against Real Madrid at the Parc des Princes on March 6. PSG trail in the tie after a 3-1 first-leg defeat in Spain, with their hopes of a maiden Champions League title taking a further body blow with the confirmation of Neymar's injury, although they didn't specify how long the 26-year-old would be out of action. "Additional examinations performed today (ultrasound and CT) confirmed an external sprain of the right ankle, but also an associated fissure of the fifth metatarsal," PSG said in a short statement. The chances of Neymar returning to fitness in time to face the reigning European champions now appear extremely slim. He is all but certain to miss Wednesday's French Cup quarter-final against Marseille and the weekend's Ligue 1 visit to Troyes, with the Real clash just three days later. Metatarsal injuries usually take weeks, if not months to recover from. Just last year, Neymar's international team-mate Gabriel Jesus was out of action for two months after breaking a metatarsal with Manchester City and has struggled with further injuries since. Former England stars David Beckham and Wayne Rooney spent six weeks on the sidelines with metatarsal injuries in the past, with both still arguably being rushed back too soon for the 2002 and 2006 World Cups respectively. Brazil fans will also be keeping a close eye on Neymar's fitness, especially after he missed their 2014 World Cup thrashing by Germany with the injury. PSG, who lead the French top flight by a massive 14 points, also said that Brazilian centre-back Marquinhos had picked up a leg muscle problem.

PSG's Neymar suffers metatarsal fracture

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice but had to leave the pitch with his face covered in blood as Real Madrid eased their domestic crisis by hammering Liga strugglers Deportivo La Coruna 7-1 at home on Sunday to reclaim fourth place in the standings.

Real had lost two of their last three league games and got off on the wrong foot against relegation-threatened Deportivo when former Atletico Madrid forward Adrian Lopez put the visiting side ahead against the run of play in the 23rd minute.

The stumbling La Liga champions responded in emphatic fashion, however, and went on to record their biggest win of the season in all competitions with two goals apiece from Gareth Bale and Nacho Fernandez as well as Ronaldo and a long-range strike from Luka Modric.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/zidane-happy-as-real-thrashed-deportivo-7-1-30272">Zidane happy as Real thrashed Deportivo 7-1</a>

Ronaldo was unable to continue playing after he was left with a bloodied face by the boot of Deportivo defender Fabian Schar as he struck his second goal, which took him level with Bale as Real&#39;s top scorer in the league with six strikes.

Real climbed back above Villarreal into fourth place on 35 points but are still far behind runaway leaders Barcelona, who top the standings with 51 points and can move 11 clear of nearest challengers Atletico Madrid if they beat Real Betis later on Sunday.

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The club's doctors declared him unable to continue for the remainder of the game

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice but had to leave the pitch with his face covered in blood as Real Madrid eased their domestic crisis by hammering Liga strugglers Deportivo La Coruna 7-1 at home on Sunday to reclaim fourth place in the standings. Real had lost two of their last three league games and got off on the wrong foot against relegation-threatened Deportivo when former Atletico Madrid forward Adrian Lopez put the visiting side ahead against the run of play in the 23rd minute. The stumbling La Liga champions responded in emphatic fashion, however, and went on to record their biggest win of the season in all competitions with two goals apiece from Gareth Bale and Nacho Fernandez as well as Ronaldo and a long-range strike from Luka Modric. Zidane happy as Real thrashed Deportivo 7-1 Ronaldo was unable to continue playing after he was left with a bloodied face by the boot of Deportivo defender Fabian Schar as he struck his second goal, which took him level with Bale as Real's top scorer in the league with six strikes. Real climbed back above Villarreal into fourth place on 35 points but are still far behind runaway leaders Barcelona, who top the standings with 51 points and can move 11 clear of nearest challengers Atletico Madrid if they beat Real Betis later on Sunday.

Ronaldo strikes twice against Deportivo but suffers injury

Injured tennis star Sania Mirza says it will take her at least two more months to get battle ready and what frustrates her most during the rehab period is not the physical pain but the compulsory rest.

Sania, the winner of six Grand Slam titles, is out of action since October 2017 due to an injury in her right knee, forcing her to miss first Grand Slam of the season.

&quot;(It will take) a couple of more months. I don&#39;t want to get into technicalities of it but even if there was a surgery there is no guarantee that it is going to get better. It&#39;s basically pain that I need to manage,&quot; Sania said before kicking off tennis activities at Supertech Sports Village.

&quot;It got out of hand so I had to take time off. I could not take painkillers anymore. It is getting better. It&#39;s frustrating because you have to rest and do rehab.&quot;

The 31-year-old Hyderabadi was asked what was the most challenging part of the rehabilitation period.

&quot;Toughest thing is the mental part. Like it was difficult to watch Australian Open and not play. As an athlete when you are forced to do something, it&#39;s difficult to accept. When you retire by choice, it&#39;s different.

&quot;But it&#39;s not the first time that I am injured. I have had three surgeries before. As an athlete, I am used to that. It&#39;s mental more than the physical pain,&quot; she shared her frustration.

Sania, whose ranking has dipped to 14, is confident that missing out on tennis for about four months won&#39;t impact her adversely.

&quot;I turned Pro in 2003. It&#39;s a very demanding life away from family and loved ones in a hotel room. I had a pretty long career. Do I think that these four months are going to make a difference in my career? No, in a larger perspective. I have to take positives out of it,&quot; she said.

Reflecting on her 2017 season, during which she managed to win just one WTA title, compared to eight in 2016 and 10 in 2015, Sania rated it as a decent one.

&quot;As an athlete, we are always greedy. When we win 10, we want to win the 11th (title)and when we win one, we want to win three. When hunger is not there, you know it&#39;s time to retire. I still finished in top-10, it was a decent year. 2017 was a solid year but it can get better,&quot; Sania said.

Talking about the upcoming Fed Cup, beginning Wednesday at DLTA, Sania said Indian team has a tough task ahead. 
&quot;I will retire one day, they should get used to it a little bit (laughs). It&#39;s going to be tough matches as always. It will be a great experience for them, they are all young.&quot;

Asked if she sees herself playing the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia, she was non-committal.

&quot;The first Asian Games I played was in 2002 when I was 15. It&#39;s been really long, I would like to play another one if I can and win more medals. I have come back with medals every time I played. So it would be pretty amazing, but I can&#39;t look that far ahead, want to focus on my recovery.&quot;

On a philosophical note, Sania said playing a sport helps in becoming a better human being.

&quot;Sports is not just about becoming a champion. It&#39;s about learning way of life. Sport is about accepting defeat and handling victories. Just because I have a tennis academy back home and there is an academy here, that does not guarantee we are going to have world champions. But what you can guarantee is to be a better human being, sport teaches you that.&quot;

Sania also emphasised that for India to become a sporting a sports culture is required, where more and more people are playing.

&quot;Become a sporting nation, does not mean how many champions you have, it means how many people are playing a sport. When you go to Australia or America, every kid there plays whatever it is, baseball or football. Because they have so many in numbers playing, they have so many champions. It has got a lot better (in India) in the last few years.&quot;

Sania hit a few balls with kids at the tennis academy at Supertech Sports Village, which will take another five years to develop fully.

Spread in 175 acres, the village will have tennis, cricket, shooting and badminton academies in 70 percent area while residential properties will be developed in remaining 30 percent.

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Sania, the winner of six Grand Slam titles, is out of action since October 2017 due to an injury in her right knee, forcing her to miss first Grand Slam of the season

Injured tennis star Sania Mirza says it will take her at least two more months to get battle ready and what frustrates her most during the rehab period is not the physical pain but the compulsory rest. Sania, the winner of six Grand Slam titles, is out of action since October 2017 due to an injury in her right knee, forcing her to miss first Grand Slam of the season. "(It will take) a couple of more months. I don't want to get into technicalities of it but even if there was a surgery there is no guarantee that it is going to get better. It's basically pain that I need to manage," Sania said before kicking off tennis activities at Supertech Sports Village. "It got out of hand so I had to take time off. I could not take painkillers anymore. It is getting better. It's frustrating because you have to rest and do rehab." The 31-year-old Hyderabadi was asked what was the most challenging part of the rehabilitation period. "Toughest thing is the mental part. Like it was difficult to watch Australian Open and not play. As an athlete when you are forced to do something, it's difficult to accept. When you retire by choice, it's different. "But it's not the first time that I am injured. I have had three surgeries before. As an athlete, I am used to that. It's mental more than the physical pain," she shared her frustration. Sania, whose ranking has dipped to 14, is confident that missing out on tennis for about four months won't impact her adversely. "I turned Pro in 2003. It's a very demanding life away from family and loved ones in a hotel room. I had a pretty long career. Do I think that these four months are going to make a difference in my career? No, in a larger perspective. I have to take positives out of it," she said. Reflecting on her 2017 season, during which she managed to win just one WTA title, compared to eight in 2016 and 10 in 2015, Sania rated it as a decent one. "As an athlete, we are always greedy. When we win 10, we want to win the 11th (title)and when we win one, we want to win three. When hunger is not there, you know it's time to retire. I still finished in top-10, it was a decent year. 2017 was a solid year but it can get better," Sania said. Talking about the upcoming Fed Cup, beginning Wednesday at DLTA, Sania said Indian team has a tough task ahead. "I will retire one day, they should get used to it a little bit (laughs). It's going to be tough matches as always. It will be a great experience for them, they are all young." Asked if she sees herself playing the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia, she was non-committal. "The first Asian Games I played was in 2002 when I was 15. It's been really long, I would like to play another one if I can and win more medals. I have come back with medals every time I played. So it would be pretty amazing, but I can't look that far ahead, want to focus on my recovery." On a philosophical note, Sania said playing a sport helps in becoming a better human being. "Sports is not just about becoming a champion. It's about learning way of life. Sport is about accepting defeat and handling victories. Just because I have a tennis academy back home and there is an academy here, that does not guarantee we are going to have world champions. But what you can guarantee is to be a better human being, sport teaches you that." Sania also emphasised that for India to become a sporting a sports culture is required, where more and more people are playing. "Become a sporting nation, does not mean how many champions you have, it means how many people are playing a sport. When you go to Australia or America, every kid there plays whatever it is, baseball or football. Because they have so many in numbers playing, they have so many champions. It has got a lot better (in India) in the last few years." Sania hit a few balls with kids at the tennis academy at Supertech Sports Village, which will take another five years to develop fully. Spread in 175 acres, the village will have tennis, cricket, shooting and badminton academies in 70 percent area while residential properties will be developed in remaining 30 percent.

Injured Sania to be off court for at least two more months

After AB de Villiers, and Faf du Plessis now its Quinton de Kock, who has been ruled out of the remaining four one day matches due to the wrist injury also the upcoming T20s series against India.

De Kock suffered a left wrist injury while batting during the second ODI at Centurion on Sunday and needs two to four weeks to make a full recovery.

The ouster of wicket-keeper batsman will last a major blow to the team as the two-star players are already out.

India had marked a comfortable win in both the previous matches. The squad, especially the bowling attack is in terrific form. India won the first ODI at Durban by six wickets and the second ODI by nine wickets to take a 2-0 lead in the six-match series.&nbsp;

On one hand, India will enter Cape Town for the third ODI match on Wednesday with a high but on the other South Africa is struggling with injuries.

After winning the last match, India temporarily retained the top ICC ODI spot and looking forward to winning the ODI series after the unfortunate Test loss.

Keeper-batsman Heinrich Klaasen had already been included in the South Africa squad after the first ODI and can now be expected to make his debut in the third match at Cape Town on Wednesday.

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Quinton de Kock will be out of action for around 2-4 weeks because of a wrist injury

After AB de Villiers, and Faf du Plessis now its Quinton de Kock, who has been ruled out of the remaining four one day matches due to the wrist injury also the upcoming T20s series against India. De Kock suffered a left wrist injury while batting during the second ODI at Centurion on Sunday and needs two to four weeks to make a full recovery. The ouster of wicket-keeper batsman will last a major blow to the team as the two-star players are already out. India had marked a comfortable win in both the previous matches. The squad, especially the bowling attack is in terrific form. India won the first ODI at Durban by six wickets and the second ODI by nine wickets to take a 2-0 lead in the six-match series. On one hand, India will enter Cape Town for the third ODI match on Wednesday with a high but on the other South Africa is struggling with injuries. After winning the last match, India temporarily retained the top ICC ODI spot and looking forward to winning the ODI series after the unfortunate Test loss. Keeper-batsman Heinrich Klaasen had already been included in the South Africa squad after the first ODI and can now be expected to make his debut in the third match at Cape Town on Wednesday.

Another injury blow to South Africa: After de Villiers, du Plessis, now de Kock

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has been ruled out of the remainder of the one-day and Twenty20 series against India due to a fractured finger.

The injury could also sideline the 33-year-old from the first two tests against Australia next month.

It is another injury blow for the Proteas, who have already lost AB de Villiers due to a finger injury for the first three matches of the 50-over series against India.

Du Plessis fractured his right index finger in the six-wicket loss to India in the opening ODI in Durban on Thursday, a match in which he scored 120 runs to anchor the home innings.

He will be out of action for between three and six weeks, Cricket South Africa said in a statement on Friday, leaving him in a race against time to be fit for the first of four tests against Australia that start on March 1.

Farhaan Behardien has been called into the limited overs squad as a replacement, while the Proteas have also added uncapped Heinrich Klaasen as a reserve wicketkeeper-batsman.

There are five more ODIs in the series against India followed by three Twenty20 Internationals.

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Faf du Plessis has been ruled out of the remainder of the one-day and Twenty20 series against India due to a fractured finger

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has been ruled out of the remainder of the one-day and Twenty20 series against India due to a fractured finger. The injury could also sideline the 33-year-old from the first two tests against Australia next month. It is another injury blow for the Proteas, who have already lost AB de Villiers due to a finger injury for the first three matches of the 50-over series against India. Du Plessis fractured his right index finger in the six-wicket loss to India in the opening ODI in Durban on Thursday, a match in which he scored 120 runs to anchor the home innings. He will be out of action for between three and six weeks, Cricket South Africa said in a statement on Friday, leaving him in a race against time to be fit for the first of four tests against Australia that start on March 1. Farhaan Behardien has been called into the limited overs squad as a replacement, while the Proteas have also added uncapped Heinrich Klaasen as a reserve wicketkeeper-batsman. There are five more ODIs in the series against India followed by three Twenty20 Internationals.

Cricket: Du Plessis ruled out of 2nd ODI against India

Brazilian superstar Neymar looks set to return to Paris Saint-Germain against Dijon on Wednesday after coach Unai Emery included him in the Ligue 1 leaders&#39; squad on Tuesday.

Neymar missed Sunday&#39;s 1-0 win at Nantes due to a rib injury but Spaniard Emery believes he should be recovered in time.

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&quot;Neymar trained well (on Monday). He&#39;ll still feel pain for a few days but he took part in training and finished it well,&quot; said the former Sevilla coach.

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&quot;He&#39;ll need a week or two for the pain to pass. He&#39;s fine in non-contact (training) but if he takes a knock in the same area, the pain will persist.

&quot;We&#39;ll see but he should be ready (to face Dijon).&quot;

Brazilian-born Italy international midfielder Thiago Motta is not fit to return from a calf injury, though.

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Coach Unai Emery included him in the Ligue 1 leaders' squad to play against Dijon on Wednesday

Brazilian superstar Neymar looks set to return to Paris Saint-Germain against Dijon on Wednesday after coach Unai Emery included him in the Ligue 1 leaders' squad on Tuesday. Neymar missed Sunday's 1-0 win at Nantes due to a rib injury but Spaniard Emery believes he should be recovered in time. Watch: How French referee Tony Chapron 'tackled' Diego Carlos "Neymar trained well (on Monday). He'll still feel pain for a few days but he took part in training and finished it well," said the former Sevilla coach. ⚽️????????‍♂️???? A post shared by Nj ???????? ???? neymarjr (@neymarjr) on Jan 15, 2018 at 8:04am PST × "He'll need a week or two for the pain to pass. He's fine in non-contact (training) but if he takes a knock in the same area, the pain will persist. "We'll see but he should be ready (to face Dijon)." Brazilian-born Italy international midfielder Thiago Motta is not fit to return from a calf injury, though.

Neymar set to return after injury

A passenger train derailed in the Spanish province of Seville on Wednesday, leaving 21 people injured, one seriously, according to the Andalusia emergency services.

The medium-distance train was traveling between Malaga and Seville and slid off the tracks in the municipality of Arahal due to adverse conditions caused by heavy rain, a spokeswoman for the national transporter Renfe said.

Andalusia emergency services said earlier on Wednesday that they had attended more than 100 incidents caused by severe weather conditions in the Seville region, mostly on the roads.

Four people were killed and 47 injured after a train derailed in Galicia in northwestern Spain last year while some 80 people were killed in Spain&rsquo;s worst rail disaster in decades when a high-speed train went off the tracks and slammed into a wall, also in Galicia.

The medium-distance train was traveling between Malaga and Seville and slid off the tracks in the municipality of Arahal due to adverse conditions caused by heavy rain

A passenger train derailed in the Spanish province of Seville on Wednesday, leaving 21 people injured, one seriously, according to the Andalusia emergency services. The medium-distance train was traveling between Malaga and Seville and slid off the tracks in the municipality of Arahal due to adverse conditions caused by heavy rain, a spokeswoman for the national transporter Renfe said. Andalusia emergency services said earlier on Wednesday that they had attended more than 100 incidents caused by severe weather conditions in the Seville region, mostly on the roads. Four people were killed and 47 injured after a train derailed in Galicia in northwestern Spain last year while some 80 people were killed in Spain’s worst rail disaster in decades when a high-speed train went off the tracks and slammed into a wall, also in Galicia.

Passenger train derails in Spain, 21 injured

Holding midfielder Sami Khedira will miss Germany&#39;s Euro 2016 semi-final against host France after he sustained an adductor muscle injury in the quarter-final victory over Italy, coach Joachim Loew said on Monday. 
 
Khedira, who had played in all of Germany&#39;s matches at the tournament, was withdrawn early in Saturdays game after over-stretching during a challenge for the ball. 
 
&quot;Sami Khedira wont play for us on Thursday. We will do everything for him to be available for a potential final,&quot; Loew told reporters of the 29-year-old Juventus player. 
 
&quot;I will have to bring in new names. There will be personnel changes in the lineup.&quot; 
 
Germany are already without suspended central defender Mats Hummels and injured striker Mario Gomez, who will miss the rest of the tournament after also picking up an injury in the shootout victory over Italy. 
 
Gomez, who will remain with the team, is the only specialist striker in the German squad. 
 
Loew said he had enough options in midfield, naming Emre Can as one of Khediras possible replacements due to his versatility. 
 
&quot;He is a player who can be used in a lot of different positions. In training, he has been very convincing. Physically he is very strong and skilled. I think that a player like Can would do our game a lot of good.&quot; Captain Bastian Schweinsteiger was also a doubt with a knee ligament injury and if he did not fully recover by Thursday, he would not play, Loew said. 
 
&quot;We will not put our head in the sand. We will try everything with the players that are doubtful,&quot; the coach added. &quot;One thing is clear: I will definitely not let play anyone who is not 100 per cent fit. I hope and wish that Bastian can make it. 
 
&quot;I made the mistake many years ago (of fielding a player who was unfit) and I wont make it again,&quot; he said, refusing to name the match he was referring to. 
 
&quot;The thoughts we have should not go back to the past but go forward. I fully trust all my players. They are training at a high level, they are physically in very good shape.&quot; 
 
(Reuters)

Germany are already without suspended central defender Mats Hummels and injured striker Mario Gomez who will miss the rest of the tournament

Holding midfielder Sami Khedira will miss Germany's Euro 2016 semi-final against host France after he sustained an adductor muscle injury in the quarter-final victory over Italy, coach Joachim Loew said on Monday. Khedira, who had played in all of Germany's matches at the tournament, was withdrawn early in Saturdays game after over-stretching during a challenge for the ball. "Sami Khedira wont play for us on Thursday. We will do everything for him to be available for a potential final," Loew told reporters of the 29-year-old Juventus player. "I will have to bring in new names. There will be personnel changes in the lineup." Germany are already without suspended central defender Mats Hummels and injured striker Mario Gomez, who will miss the rest of the tournament after also picking up an injury in the shootout victory over Italy. Gomez, who will remain with the team, is the only specialist striker in the German squad. Loew said he had enough options in midfield, naming Emre Can as one of Khediras possible replacements due to his versatility. "He is a player who can be used in a lot of different positions. In training, he has been very convincing. Physically he is very strong and skilled. I think that a player like Can would do our game a lot of good." Captain Bastian Schweinsteiger was also a doubt with a knee ligament injury and if he did not fully recover by Thursday, he would not play, Loew said. "We will not put our head in the sand. We will try everything with the players that are doubtful," the coach added. "One thing is clear: I will definitely not let play anyone who is not 100 per cent fit. I hope and wish that Bastian can make it. "I made the mistake many years ago (of fielding a player who was unfit) and I wont make it again," he said, refusing to name the match he was referring to. "The thoughts we have should not go back to the past but go forward. I fully trust all my players. They are training at a high level, they are physically in very good shape." (Reuters)

EURO 2016: Germany lose Sami Khedira for semifinal

Germany central defender Jerome Boateng returned to training today after overcoming a muscle injury, and appeared fit for Sunday&#39;s Euro 2016 round of 16 clash against Slovakia. 
 
Boateng picked up a calf muscle injury towards the end of their 1-0 victory over Northern Ireland this week, and his participation on Sunday was in doubt. 
 
He did not train with the team on Friday, undergoing an individual session involving cycling and jogging, and seemed fit on Saturday, as Germany prepare for their departure to Lille later in the day. 
 
The 27-year-old, who has resumed his World-Cup winning partnership in central defence with Mats Hummels, has helped the world champions keep a clean sheet in all three of their group stage matches in the tournament so far. 
 
The winner of the round of 16 match will next play either Italy or Euro holders Spain in the quarter-finals. 
 
(Reuters)

Boateng injured his calf towards the end of their 1-0 victory over Northern Ireland and his participation on Sunday was in doubt

Germany central defender Jerome Boateng returned to training today after overcoming a muscle injury, and appeared fit for Sunday's Euro 2016 round of 16 clash against Slovakia. Boateng picked up a calf muscle injury towards the end of their 1-0 victory over Northern Ireland this week, and his participation on Sunday was in doubt. He did not train with the team on Friday, undergoing an individual session involving cycling and jogging, and seemed fit on Saturday, as Germany prepare for their departure to Lille later in the day. The 27-year-old, who has resumed his World-Cup winning partnership in central defence with Mats Hummels, has helped the world champions keep a clean sheet in all three of their group stage matches in the tournament so far. The winner of the round of 16 match will next play either Italy or Euro holders Spain in the quarter-finals. (Reuters)

Germany's Jerome Boateng back in training for Slovakia game

Didier Deschamps talented France block the path of Germany&#39;s spluttering juggernaut in Thursday&#39;s Euro 2016 semi-final and the world champions have mounting personnel problems. 
 
With an element of revenge in the air, France can expect near-fanatical support from home fans in Marseille as they seek a place in Sunday&#39;s Paris final. 
 
The hosts are buoyed by a 5-2 quarter-final thumping of plucky minnows Iceland when Olivier Giroud, Antoine Griezmann and Dimitri Payet all netted at the Stade de France. 
 
Germany are also confident mood, despite missing key players with injury and suspension after their penalty shoot-out win over Italy in the last eight. 
 
France are unbeaten in their last nine games, while Germany have not lost in their last six. 
 
&quot;For us, there is no fear. We know that France are loaded with good individual players, but they are under pressure as hosts,&quot; said Germany forward Thomas Mueller. 
 
&quot;Iceland didn`t look so happy with the goals they conceded. 
 
&quot;They have our respect, but I am optimistic that we will find solutions (to the injury problems).&nbsp;For us there is no loss of quality.&quot; 
 
Germany&#39;s tense penalty shoot-out win in Bordeaux came at a high price. 
 
Centre-back Mats Hummels picked up a yellow card which sees him suspended in Marseille. 
 
Striker Mario Gomez and midfielder Sami Khedira picked up thigh and groin injuries respectively which rule them out of the semi-final. 
 
To compound their problems, Germany captain Bastian Schweinsteiger is highly doubtful with a knee strain. 
 
Germany coach Joachim Loew is set to resort to a 4-2-3-1 formation having used a 3-5-2 against Italy. 
 
With Gomez out, World Cup-winner Mario Goetze is set to start up front, but Loew said he may play his Bayern Munich team-mate Thomas Mueller alongside him in attack. 
 
Gomez&#39;s thigh tear means he will also miss the final, should Germany progress. 
 
With Hummels suspended, Shkodran Mustafi or Benedikt Hoewedes will partner Jerome Boateng at centre-back with Joshua Kimmich at right-back and Jonas Hector on the left. 
 
Loew has said he expects to introduce a new face into the midfield with Liverpool`s Emre Can or Julian Weigl of Borussia Dortmund set to partner Toni Kroos in the defensive midfield. 
 
France striker Giroud has scored against Manuel Neuer in each of the last three games for France and Arsenal, a threat the Germans must counter.&nbsp; 
 
&quot;He is a very dangerous poacher inside the box,&quot; said Neuer. 
 
&quot;He is strong in the air, he is dangerous for central defenders. 
 
&quot;But we know him and can prepare for him and they have a lot of other quality players.&quot; 
 
For France, defender Adil Rami and midfielder N`Golo Kante are back in contention after missing the win over Iceland through suspension. 
 
The French camp is full of praise for the world champions, but the message is clear. 
 
&quot;We&#39;d like to write another chapter in French football history,&quot; said Giroud while French sports daily L`Equipe ran the front-page headline `Thirsty for Revenge` on Tuesday. 
 
Just as it was for the Germans against Italy, the semi-final is a fixture steeped in history. 
 
Les Bleus lost to Germany in the 2014 World Cup quarter-finals at Rio de Janeiro&#39;s Maracana, thanks to Hummels` first-half header. 
 
And France has never fully forgiven Germany for their penalty shoot-out defeat in a bitterly contested World Cup semi-final in Spain in 1982. 
 
An epic 3-3 draw, with four goals scored in extra-time, came down to a penalty shoot-out which Germany won 5-4, but the match in Seville is remembered for a brutal incident. 
 
France&#39;s Patrick Battiston was knocked unconscious, with two teeth missing and three cracked ribs, after a collision with the German goalkeeper Harald Schumacher. 
 
However, the German camp has been eager to play down the historical significance to focus on the here and now. 
 
&quot;The chance to win two titles back-to-back is not something you get everyday. We`re looking forward to it,&quot; said Mueller as Germany look to add the European crown to their world title. 
 
(AFP)

France has never fully forgiven Germany for their penalty shoot-out defeat in a bitterly contested World Cup semi-final in Spain in 1982

Didier Deschamps talented France block the path of Germany's spluttering juggernaut in Thursday's Euro 2016 semi-final and the world champions have mounting personnel problems. With an element of revenge in the air, France can expect near-fanatical support from home fans in Marseille as they seek a place in Sunday's Paris final. The hosts are buoyed by a 5-2 quarter-final thumping of plucky minnows Iceland when Olivier Giroud, Antoine Griezmann and Dimitri Payet all netted at the Stade de France. Germany are also confident mood, despite missing key players with injury and suspension after their penalty shoot-out win over Italy in the last eight. France are unbeaten in their last nine games, while Germany have not lost in their last six. "For us, there is no fear. We know that France are loaded with good individual players, but they are under pressure as hosts," said Germany forward Thomas Mueller. "Iceland didn`t look so happy with the goals they conceded. "They have our respect, but I am optimistic that we will find solutions (to the injury problems). For us there is no loss of quality." Germany's tense penalty shoot-out win in Bordeaux came at a high price. Centre-back Mats Hummels picked up a yellow card which sees him suspended in Marseille. Striker Mario Gomez and midfielder Sami Khedira picked up thigh and groin injuries respectively which rule them out of the semi-final. To compound their problems, Germany captain Bastian Schweinsteiger is highly doubtful with a knee strain. Germany coach Joachim Loew is set to resort to a 4-2-3-1 formation having used a 3-5-2 against Italy. With Gomez out, World Cup-winner Mario Goetze is set to start up front, but Loew said he may play his Bayern Munich team-mate Thomas Mueller alongside him in attack. Gomez's thigh tear means he will also miss the final, should Germany progress. With Hummels suspended, Shkodran Mustafi or Benedikt Hoewedes will partner Jerome Boateng at centre-back with Joshua Kimmich at right-back and Jonas Hector on the left. Loew has said he expects to introduce a new face into the midfield with Liverpool`s Emre Can or Julian Weigl of Borussia Dortmund set to partner Toni Kroos in the defensive midfield. France striker Giroud has scored against Manuel Neuer in each of the last three games for France and Arsenal, a threat the Germans must counter. "He is a very dangerous poacher inside the box," said Neuer. "He is strong in the air, he is dangerous for central defenders. "But we know him and can prepare for him and they have a lot of other quality players." For France, defender Adil Rami and midfielder N`Golo Kante are back in contention after missing the win over Iceland through suspension. The French camp is full of praise for the world champions, but the message is clear. "We'd like to write another chapter in French football history," said Giroud while French sports daily L`Equipe ran the front-page headline `Thirsty for Revenge` on Tuesday. Just as it was for the Germans against Italy, the semi-final is a fixture steeped in history. Les Bleus lost to Germany in the 2014 World Cup quarter-finals at Rio de Janeiro's Maracana, thanks to Hummels` first-half header. And France has never fully forgiven Germany for their penalty shoot-out defeat in a bitterly contested World Cup semi-final in Spain in 1982. An epic 3-3 draw, with four goals scored in extra-time, came down to a penalty shoot-out which Germany won 5-4, but the match in Seville is remembered for a brutal incident. France's Patrick Battiston was knocked unconscious, with two teeth missing and three cracked ribs, after a collision with the German goalkeeper Harald Schumacher. However, the German camp has been eager to play down the historical significance to focus on the here and now. "The chance to win two titles back-to-back is not something you get everyday. We`re looking forward to it," said Mueller as Germany look to add the European crown to their world title. (AFP)

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