World Cup injury update: Italy defender out, Ronaldo on ice

What are the prospects of crocked superstars recovering in time for the tournament in Brazil?

Ronaldo, Portugal training

The World Cup has finally begun, but with the greatest show on earth now in full swing, players and fans alike still live in fear of the tournament-ending injury.

The perils of the training camp and the World Cup warm-up are well documented. England fans will remember the saga of David Beckham and Wayne Rooney's broken metatarsals in the build-up to major tournaments.

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