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Atalanta defender Hien out of 2026 World Cup with serious injury
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Atalanta defender Hien out of 2026 World Cup with serious injury
Atalanta defender Isak Hien has seen his World Cup adventure cut short by a serious injury, as he is forced to leave the Sweden camp. 'Unfortunately this dream ends prematurely.'
The centre-back had been in the starting XI for all three group matches, playing in the 5-1 victory over Tunisia , 5-1 defeat to the Netherlands, and 1-1 draw with Japan .
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However, the latter only lasted for 37 minutes, and he was forced to limp off due to an injury.
Now initial tests have shown it is a serious issue, so Hien will not be able to continue with Sweden into the Round of 32 fixtures.
Hien sends message to Sweden fans
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – JUNE 25: Isak Hien #4 of Sweden receives the medical attention after sustaining an injury during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Japan and Sweden at Dallas Stadium on June 25, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)
"A dream that has come true, but which unfortunately ends prematurely for my part," wrote Hien on Instagram.
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"Thanks to all the Swedish supporters out there who have supported us since day one – you are absolutely incredible. Big thanks to the guys on the team and everyone in and around the national team for the best experience one can have as a football player.
"To my family and my close friends, who are there through thick and thin, I have no words to express how grateful I am. Onward Sweden! I'll be back."
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Now Hien is expected to undergo specialist treatment to discover the extent of the injury and whether surgery is required.
The Swedish Football Association confirmed that it is an injury to the left hamstring that is so serious, he has no chance of recovering before the end of the tournament.
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The statement from their national team doctor Jonas Werner warned that "this injury means he will be away from football for some time."
