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Arsenal defender Ben White is out of contention for the World Cup after suffering a medial ligament injury.
The Premier League leaders confirmed the injury on Tuesday and said the England international would be out for the remainder of the season.
“Our medical team are now managing Ben’s recovery and rehabilitation programme,” Arsenal said in a statement. He said the goal was to have White ready for the start of his preseason preparations.
This means White will also miss the upcoming UEFA Champions League final against PSG.
LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 10: Ben White of Arsenal is treated for an injury before being substituted during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal at London Stadium on May 10, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill – AMA/Getty Images)
White was injured in the first half of Sunday’s 1-0 win over West Ham.
He returned to the national team in March after an absence of almost four years after leaving the team midway through the last World Cup.
He played friendlies against Uruguay and Japan and was in contention to be part of coach Thomas Tuchel’s squad for the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
White is one of several high-profile players to suffer injuries ahead of this year’s tournament, held in June and July.
