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David Villa doubtful for Spain’s World Cup qualifier against Liechtenstein
Spain management said striker David Villa is doubtful for its World Cup qualifier against Liechtenstein after injuring a muscle during training.
David Villa played the final two minutes of the match against Italy, his first after a three-year absence from Spain’s team.
Spain says striker David Villa is doubtful for its World Cup qualifier against Liechtenstein on Tuesday after injuring a muscle during training.
Villa’s injury occurred on Sunday, a day after Spain beat Italy 3-0 to take the lead of their qualifying group.
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Villa played the final two minutes of the match against Italy, his first after a three-year absence from Spain’s team.
The 35-year-old Villa is Spain’s all-time leading scorer with 59 goals in 98 matches.
He plays for club New York City FC.
