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France's Manu Koné Limps Off Early for Roma Hours After National-Team Call-Up

Medical evaluation will determine his availability for France's final pre-World Cup friendlies.

Overview

  • Didier Deschamps named the 24-year-old midfielder to face Brazil in Boston on March 26 and Colombia in Landover on March 29.
  • Koné left Roma’s Europa League round-of-16 match against Bologna in the 18th minute while limping and was immediately substituted.
  • The nature and severity of the injury have not been disclosed by club or country.
  • A confirmed setback could force his withdrawal from the U.S. tour, with Deschamps poised to call a replacement if needed.
  • Koné missed matches earlier this year with a right hamstring issue and muscular fatigue and has recently earned a starting role for France.