The reigning world champions, France, have had a tough start to the World Cup.
For some time now it has been clear that two midfield giants will miss the World Cup due to injuries.
It's about Ngolo Kanté and Paul Pogba.
On Monday, the next blow came.
Center back Presnel Kimpembe, who belongs to Paris Saint-Germain, was pulled with a heel injury and is forced to sit out.
Today came the next blow.
25-year-old Christopher Nkunku was forced to leave Tuesday's training session after a collision with Eduardo Camavinga.
Nkunku, who turned 25 yesterday, gets to celebrate the new year on the side when the French enter the tournament.
On Tuesday, France begins its World Cup adventure against Australia.