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MNN Global · April 16, 2026 · 1 min read

Hugo Ekitike out for season and World Cup with Achilles injury

What happened: France striker Hugo Ekitike has ruptured his Achilles tendon during Paris St-Germain's Champions League match against Liverpool and will miss the rest of the season and the World Cup.

Why it matters:

  • Ekitike's injury deprives France of a key forward for the upcoming World Cup.
  • Paris St-Germain will lose an important player for their remaining season fixtures.

MNN Take: Achilles ruptures are serious injuries requiring long recovery times, making Ekitike's absence from major competitions unavoidable.

Sources: BBC Sport