Argentina rival, Austria without a key player for the World Cup 🇦🇹 | OneFootball

Bad news for one of Argentina’s rivals at the World Cup. The Austrian federation officially confirmed that Christoph Baumgartner will miss the tournament due to a serious injury.

The 26-year-old attacking midfielder, one of the European side’s main creative forces, underwent an MRI this Tuesday.

Medical tests determined that he suffered a serious muscle injury in his right thigh, ruling him out of the tournament entirely.

The midfielder’s absence significantly alters Austria’s plans, as they lose their main playmaker. As a result, the coaching staff will have to reshape their strategy ahead of their debut in the international competition.

For Argentina, this medical setback shakes up the group analysis. The Albiceleste coaching staff will take note of the absence of a key player who usually sets the tempo of the European side’s attack.

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📸 GEORG HOCHMUTH