Kompany in Belgium's World Cup squad despite injury

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Last Updated : Jun 04 2018 | 3:20 PM IST

Vincent Kompany has been included in Belgium's 23-man World Cup squad despite picking up a groin injury during a friendly on Saturday.

The veteran center back walked off the field early in the second half of Belgium's 0-0 draw with Portugal without waiting to be substituted. Belgium coach Roberto Martinez said Kompany felt discomfort in his groin after overstretching in a challenge.

Martinez also named Los Angeles FC defender Laurent Ciman as a reserve in case

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First Published: Jun 04 2018 | 3:20 PM IST

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