World Cup worries as Chris Wood suffers fresh knee blow
A fresh knee injury to Chris Wood has raised concerns about his availability for the World Cup, with the All Whites captain facing another spell out.
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World Cup worries as Chris Wood suffers fresh knee blow
A fresh knee injury to Chris Wood has raised concerns about his availability for the World Cup, with the All Whites captain facing another spell out.
Wood remains New Zealand's most prolific international striker and the focal point of the side's attack, making his fitness a central question for the campaign.
His club will manage the rehabilitation, with the timeline dependent on assessment results.
Coaching staff said they were hopeful but would not rush any return.
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