Will he miss the World Cup? Argentina national team star sidelined by injury

Boca Juniors and Argentina national team midfielder Leandro Paredes has suffered a muscle injury that will force him to miss the upcoming national team friendlies ahead of the World Cup.

The player underwent a medical examination after complaining of pain in his right hamstring. The diagnosis revealed a muscle tear. According to Tyc Sports, his estimated recovery time is around three weeks. As a result, Paredes is certain to miss Argentina's warm-up matches against Honduras and Iceland.

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The midfielder's participation in the opening World Cup match, scheduled for June 16 against Algeria in Kansas City, also remains in doubt. The medical staff will now closely monitor his recovery, hoping for a possible return during the tournament.