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Willian Skips World Cup After Rejecting Hamstring Surgery

5/16/2026

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Estevao Willian will miss the World Cup after ruling out hamstring surgery.
He suffered a hamstring injury while sprinting against Manchester United on 18 April 2026, prompting his early withdrawal.
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti omitted him from the 55-man World Cup squad.
He and his team chose conservative treatment in Brazil, planning to return to England before week’s end.
Chelsea will reassess his condition after his return.

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Estevao Willian will miss the World Cup after ruling out hamstring surgery.
He suffered a hamstring injury while sprinting against Manchester United on 18 April 2026, prompting his early withdrawal.
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti omitted him from the 55-man World Cup squad.
He and his team chose conservative treatment in Brazil, planning to return to England before week’s end.
Chelsea will reassess his condition after his return.