Fifa World Cup, Qatar 2022: Injuries mounting for international stars with fixture congestion

Raphael Varane is doubtful to play at the World Cup due to a hamstring tear. N'Golo Kante will not play for France. Gareth Southgate's England squad is beset by injuries. European clubs have played 13 games in 42 days before the break. The World cup starts on November 20. The European leagues will pause a week before that. There are four places in the last 16 of the Champions League this week. Pep Guardiola believes the players have one eye on the tournament. Jurgen Klopp claims his players are committed to the cause. He also points to overuse of players.