Ilay Camara’s participation in the upcoming World Cup hangs in the balance following an injury sustained during a league match on Thursday. The player, who was called up by Senegal’s coach Pape Thiaw, had to be substituted in the 14th minute of the game between his club Anderlecht and Sint-Truiden.
As Senegal eagerly anticipates the World Cup set to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, there are growing concerns that Camara will be unable to join the Lion of Teranga. The exact nature and severity of his injury remain unclear at this time.
This latest blow comes on the heels of Camara having already missed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco due to a prior injury. With the tournament just weeks away, the situation continues to worry fans and team officials alike.