🚨 Reports: World Cup blow or lucky escape, Schlotterbeck latest

Nico Schlotterbeck injured his ankle in the second group match against Ivory Coast and had to be substituted at half-time. After the 2-1 win, Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann said that there was “something with the medial ligament” and that the centre-back would need an MRI before a clear statement could be made about how long he would be sidelined.

The examination has now taken place and, according to 'Bild' and a Sky reporter, it did not bring good news. Schlotterbeck is reportedly set to be out for several weeks with a torn ligament in his left ankle. That would mean his World Cup is already over. 

It would be a major setback for the DFB team, but above all of course for Schlotterbeck himself. An official confirmation from the DFB is still pending. 

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