Injured Brazil forward Richarlison faces World Cup race

Posted October 16, 2022 7:00 am

By JAMES ROBSON

Richarlison faces a race to be fit for the World Cup after suffering a calf injury in Tottenham's win against Everton on Saturday.

The Brazil international was tearful as he admitted his 'œdream'ť of playing in Qatar was now in serious jeopardy.

The forward was forced off in the 52nd minute of Tottenham's 2-0 win in the Premier League and was later seen on crutches.

'œIt's kind of hard to say because it's close to the realization of my dream,'ť Richarlison told ESPN Brazil. 'œI've already suffered a similar injury to this but I hope it can heal as soon as possible.

'œThe last time when I was at Everton, I was out of action for about two months."

Richarlison was expected to be part of Brazil head coach Tite's squad for the World Cup, which will be named at the beginning of November.

'œFor sure against Manchester United he's out (on Wednesday),'ť Tottenham manager Antonio Conte said. 'œI think he needs a bit of time to recover. It's a pity because we are talking about a player who gives us a lot of quality, but is also strong and improves our intensity."

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Tottenham's Richarlison attempts a shot at goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England, Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung) The Associated Press

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