Injury Sidelines Mendy: World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy

Defender Ferland Mendy was injured during Real Madrid's match against Espanyol, casting doubt on his inclusion in France's World Cup squad. The 30-year-old has faced multiple injuries this season, playing only nine matches. The severity of his current injury has yet to be disclosed.

Defender Ferland Mendy's injury during Real Madrid's 2-0 victory over Espanyol has put his World Cup aspirations in question.

The 30-year-old suffered a right leg muscle injury early in the match, further complicating a season plagued by injuries.

Mendy has appeared in just nine matches for Real Madrid this season, and Madrid's medical team has not yet announced the injury's severity.