Jurriën Timber Withdraws From FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad Due to Lingering Groin Injury

Yahoo Sports · 1d ago

Netherlands and Arsenal centre-back Jurriën Timber has departed the Dutch national camp ahead of the World Cup after medical staff determined his groin injury had not healed enough for safe tournament play. The 24-year-old cited responsible long-term health management as the reason for stepping away, ruling out any late return to the squad. The absence is a notable blow to Oranje's defensive depth as they prepare for their group-stage campaign.