Conversely, Christoph Baumgartner will not participate in the World Cup due to a severe ankle injury. The midfielder, who plays for Hoffenheim, suffered the injury during a Bundesliga match on November 4. His absence is a considerable setback for Austria, as Baumgartner has been a key player in their midfield, contributing both defensively and offensively. …
Alaba cleared to play while Baumgartner misses World Cup
