KI’S INJURY JOLTS KOREA AHEAD OF GERMANY TIE

South Korea’s faint hopes of reaching the last 16 of the World Cup have faded further with news that captain Ki Sungyueng will miss their final group game against Germany.

The Koreans lost their first two games in Russia but could still advance to the knockout rounds if they defeat the world champions and Mexico beat Sweden on Wednesday.

However, their task has been made all the more difficult with the news that Ki will miss the must-win match against the Germans in Kazan after picking up a calf injury in Saturday’s 2-1 loss to Mexico.