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- Chelsea Football Club reported a 44% increase in injuries from June to October versus last season.
- Howden report attributes the rise to Chelsea's Club World Cup participation and absences.
- Chelsea recorded 23 injuries during this period, costing £17 million in lost wages.
- Premier League clubs accounted for 24% of injuries in Europe’s top leagues, totaling £2.97 billion.
- Young players, especially forwards under 21, are identified as the most injury-prone group.
