Debast targets World Cup return after left thigh injury

Belgian defender Orel Debast faces a recovery timeline following a left thigh muscle injury. Sporting CP confirmed the diagnosis on Thursday.

The 22-year-old left-back missed Sporting CP’s 2-1 league win over Gil Vicente last weekend. Sporting CP now awaits his return for upcoming fixtures.

Debast made 15 appearances for Belgium last season, including at UEFA EURO 2024. His club form under Sporting CP coach Rudi Garcia includes 23 league starts this season.

The injury occurred during Belgium’s final EURO 2024 warm-up match against France. Debast exited early in that 2-0 defeat.

Sporting CP’s medical team is monitoring his progress closely. A timeline for his comeback has not been specified.