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Fact Check: Is Ousmane Dembele Going To Miss UCL Final And FIFA World Cup 2026? Ballon d'Or Winner Injured In Paris FC vs PSG Ligue 1 Match

Fact Check: Is Ousmane Dembele Going To Miss UCL Final And FIFA World Cup 2026? Ballon d'Or Winner Injured In Paris FC vs PSG Ligue 1 Match

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele appears to have picked up an untimely injury, with the UEFA Champions League final a few days away.

The Ballon d'Or winner started in PSG's latest Ligue 1 outing against Paris FC. Despite the league already being settled, Luis Enrique chose to field his strongest eleven in the away fixture, with Dembele leading the attack. He, however, was subbed off early due to injury concerns.

The remaining Ligue 1 games serve as a dress rehearsal for PSG, who will face Arsenal in the UCL final with the aim of retaining the title. Fans expect Dembele to recover before the Budapest trip, as his participation will be crucial.

Ousmane Dembele Injury Update: What Happened To French Winger in PSG vs Paris FC Ligue 1 Match?

Dembele, after playing just 27 minutes, felt discomfort in his leg and requested a substitution. Enrique didn't take any risk and immediately replaced Dembele with Gonzalo Garcia. The former Barcelona man was visibly in pain as he limped off the pitch. The PSG management will hope to get Dembele back before the Champions League final, as recent reports suggest that his injury might not be that serious.

What Did PSG Coach Luis Enrique Say About Ousmane Debele's Injury?

Paris Saint-Germain already misses several first-team stars, including Nuno Mendes and Achraf Hakimi, with all sidelined due to injuries. As the season reaches a crucial stage, PSG won't be able to afford one more absentee. PSG manager Luis Enrique remains positive about the situation.

Addressing Dembele's first-half substitution, Enrique said, "Nothing to say about Ousmane; we will have to wait until tomorrow to know exactly what it is, but I think it's just fatigue. What we are saying today is only speculation, but I don't think it's complicated, and there are still two weeks left."

Will Ousmane Dembele Play for France in FIFA World Cup 2026?

The France national football team has already unveiled their official 26-man squad for the World Cup, with Ousmane Dembele on the list. After the UCL final is over, the 29-year-old winger will shift his focus to international duties. He will be desperate to get back on his feet before the World Cup begins on June 12.

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