Jurriën Timber Ruled Out of World Cup with Injury

Netherlands and Ajax defender Jurriën Timber has been officially ruled out of the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Qatar due to injury. The 21-year-old center-back sustained a hamstring issue during Ajax's latest Eredivisie fixture, forcing him to withdraw from the Oranje squad. This is a major blow to head coach Louis van Gaal's defensive lineup, as Timber was expected to feature prominently in the group stage.

Timber's absence leaves a void in the Netherlands' backline ahead of their opening group...