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Bissouma Injured Again Just Nine Seconds Into Match

10/14/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma suffered an ankle injury nine seconds after coming on for Mali in a World Cup qualifying match against Madagascar.
It was his first appearance of the season after recovering from a knee injury.
Bissouma was stretchered off in visible pain after a heavy tackle.
His contract expires at the end of the season, and he has been linked with a transfer away from Tottenham amid fitness and discipline issues.

History

Historical Context

The 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification process involved 210 teams, with matches starting on March 12, 2015. Notably, Zimbabwe and Indonesia were disqualified before competing. Injuries, such as N'Golo Kanté's hamstring issue, affected team strategies during the tournament, while Yves Bissouma's ankle injury during qualifiers underscores the ongoing challenges athletes face, impacting player transfers and contracts.

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Story summary

Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma suffered an ankle injury nine seconds after coming on for Mali in a World Cup qualifying match against Madagascar.
It was his first appearance of the season after recovering from a knee injury.
Bissouma was stretchered off in visible pain after a heavy tackle.
His contract expires at the end of the season, and he has been linked with a transfer away from Tottenham amid fitness and discipline issues.

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