FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany lose a key player for World Cup

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Germany forward Timo Werner was ruled out of the World Cup in Qatar due to an ankle injury

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The 26-year-old scored 24 goals in 55 appearances for the national team

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This season, Werner returned to Leipzig from Chelsea in an effort to win greater playing time and a berth on the World Cup roster

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The former Chelsea striker was removed from Wednesday's 4-0 victory after just 19 minutes

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According to a statement from RB Leipzig: "Timo Werner hurt his ankle last night while playing against Shakhtar Donetsk

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According to the team's official Twitter account, Germany's manager, Hansi Flick

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"It's very upsetting news Timo will miss the World Cup, which makes me incredibly sorry

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