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Alaba OK, Baumgartner sidelined for Austria's World Cup

2 Jun

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Alaba cleared for World Cup after muscle injury scare.
Christoph Baumgartner ruled out of World Cup due to thigh injury.
Austria faces Jordan, Argentina, and Algeria in the World Cup.

Alaba OK, Baumgartner sidelined for Austria's World Cup

Austria's World Cup preparations have seen a significant blow with the news that key midfielder Christoph Baumgartner has been ruled out of the tournament. Baumgartner suffered a thigh muscle injury during a pre-match warm-up on Monday, leading to his withdrawal.

Coach Ralf Rangnick described the news as "very bitter" for both Baumgartner and the team, emphasizing the player's importance and central role. The Austrian football association confirmed Baumgartner's absence on Tuesday, just weeks before the tournament begins.

There is, however, some positive news regarding captain David Alaba. The defender sustained a muscle injury during Monday's friendly win against Tunisia but has since received the all-clear to travel with the squad.

Austria is set to commence their World Cup campaign against Jordan on June 16th. They will then face reigning champions Argentina on June 22nd, followed by a match against Algeria on June 28th.

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