Manchester City star Jeremy Doku suffered a sudden muscular injury scare during Belgium’s training session on Tuesday, less than a week before their opening 2026 World Cup clash against Egypt.
The winger is one of Belgium’s most pivotal players. He recently put on a masterclass during friendly preparations, notably scoring and assisting in Rudi Garcia’s side’s emphatic 5-0 victory over Tunisia.
Training Ground Scare in Seattle
Belgian media reported that Doku was unable to complete the national team’s first training session in Seattle. After feeling muscular discomfort, the 24-year-old was forced to leave the pitch less than an hour into the session.
The incident sparked widespread concern among Belgium’s technical staff. However, medical examinations conducted over the past few hours have yielded reassuring results.
Current Status: It appears that Doku’s injury is merely minor muscular discomfort. He is fully expected to recover in time for the highly anticipated match against Egypt next Monday. Barring any unexpected setbacks, the winger will rejoin team training in the coming days.
A Stellar Season with Manchester City
Doku enters the World Cup on the heels of the finest season of his career. The electric forward registered 8 goals and 14 assists across all competitions for Manchester City, playing a vital role in guiding Pep Guardiola’s side to a domestic double, winning both the Carabao Cup and the FA Cup.
