Estêvão reflects on World Cup withdrawal after hamstring blow, first month was really difficult

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·22 September 2026

Estêvão has returned to the Brazil squad and reflected on a painful spell following injury.

According to L'Équipe, the Chelsea forward said the first month after the setback was particularly difficult.

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He suffered a significant hamstring injury in late April.

The injury forced him to withdraw from the 2026 World Cup.

He is back with Brazil for two friendlies against Australia.

Source: L'Équipe

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