Watch out, Argentina! Austria lose 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 attacking threats, underwent an MRI this Tuesday.

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

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

For Argentina, this medical setback shakes up the analysis of the group. 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