Here is the latest update from the ongoing FIFA World Cup as of 2026-07-26 02:53:00.
NASHVILLE — Liverpool’s head coach, Andoni Iraola, has expressed disappointment over the injury of defender Joe Gomez, which occurred during Saturday’s 4-2 preseason win against Sunderland. This unfortunate news was described by Iraola as “the worst news,” but he remains optimistic about the impact of new signing Jérémy Jacquet during the club’s tour of the United States.
Jacquet, who joined Liverpool this summer for a fee of £55 million from Rennes, was held back from participating in the match as a precaution due to a previous shoulder injury that sidelined him for the second half of last season. The team is now anxiously awaiting further information regarding the extent of Gomez’s injury, which forced him to leave the match just eight minutes in.
Concerns Over Defensive Depth
Iraola expressed his worries post-match, stating, “Probably the worst news has been straight away the injury of Joe. We were happy because we were going through training without losing any players, and unluckily for us, we’ve lost Joe right away.” This injury adds to Liverpool’s defensive woes, especially with Ibrahima Konaté departing the club on a free transfer to Real Madrid earlier this summer.
In addition, Giovanni Leoni is still recovering from a severe anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury that he sustained last September. Despite this, Iraola is hopeful about Jacquet’s potential contributions, indicating that the new signing is well-prepared for his return: “He will play probably in the last game of this U.S. tour.” Jacquet has shown impressive training form, making his eventual inclusion anticipated.
Upcoming Training Plans
Meanwhile, captain Virgil van Dijk is set to report for preseason training next week, although he will not be joining the team in the U.S. Instead, he will commence his training regimen at the AXA Training Centre in Kirkby. As the team prepares for future matches, including significant events leading to the FIFA World Cup 2026, these injuries could impact Liverpool’s strategy moving forward.
FAQs
What happened to Joe Gomez during the match?
Joe Gomez sustained an injury just eight minutes into the match against Sunderland, causing him to leave the field.
When will Jérémy Jacquet play for Liverpool?
Jérémy Jacquet is expected to participate in the last game of the U.S. tour after being held back for precautionary reasons.
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- Published: 2026-07-26 02:53:00
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