Ekitike to miss rest of season and World Cup - Deschamps

What’s Happening

Let’s talk about France manager Didier Deschamps confirms striker Hugo Ekitike will miss the rest of the season and World Cup after suffering a suspected Achilles injury during Liverpool’s Champions League quarter-final defeat by Paris St-Germain on Tuesday.

Ekitike to miss rest of season and World Cup - Deschamps Image source, Image caption, Hugo Ekitike was forced off in the first half against Paris St-Germain By Aadam Patel Football reporter Published 15 April 2026, 15:04 BST Updated 14 minutes ago France manager Didier Deschamps has locked in striker Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup after suffering a suspected Achilles injury during Liverpool s Champions League defeat -Germain on Tuesday. The France forward left the pitch at Anfield on a stretcher, and Liverpool fear a long absence for the 23-year-old, which could also rule him out of the start of next season. (we’re not making this up)

Ekitike went for scans on Wednesday, which are expected to confirm the extent of the damage.

The Details

“Hugo suffered a serious injury on Tuesday evening against PSG. The severity of his injury will unfortunately prevent him from finishing the season with Liverpool and participating in the World Cup,” locked in Deschamps in a statement published Football Federation.

“Hugo is one of the dozen young players who have made their debuts with the national team in recent months. He had perfectly integrated into the group, both on the pitch and off it.

Why This Matters

This injury is a huge blow for him, of course, but also for the France team. “His disappointment is immense. Hugo will regain his top form, Im convinced of it.

The sports world never stops delivering these kinds of storylines.

Key Takeaways

• But I wanted to express all my support to him, as well as that of the entire staff.
• We know hell be fully behind the France team, and were all thinking of him strongly.

The Bottom Line

Lets wait and see what it will be. But we could all see it didnt look good.

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