Farewell, World Cup? Noni Madueke at risk of missing the rest of the season

Madueke has suffered a nasty injury that could bring his season to a premature end.

Details: According to The Athletic, the 24-year-old right winger for London’s Arsenal and the England national team, Noni Madueke, could be sidelined for an extended period due to a knee injury sustained in a recent friendly against Uruguay.

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Reports suggest that Madueke’s injury appears more serious than initially feared, ruling him out of the upcoming Champions League clash against Sporting.

If further complications are discovered, Madueke will likely have to undergo surgery, which could not only end his season early but also force him to miss the 2026 World Cup.

This season, Madueke has featured in 31 matches for Arsenal, scoring 7 goals and providing 4 assists. His contract with the Gunners runs until 2030, and Transfermarkt currently values him at 50 million euros.

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