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David Beckham's England career could be over after a torn Achilles tendon ruled him out of this summer's World Cup.


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David Beckham has torn his Achilles tendon


Beckham sustained the injury without coming into contact with anyone else, limping to the sidelines for treatment in the dying moments of AC Milan's 1-0 victory over Chievo before leaving the San Siro on crutches.

Milan coach Leonardo said after the game: "Beckham's injury makes us feel terrible. He is an extraordinary guy and today's game proves it yet again.

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TURKU, Finland -- The surgery on David Beckham's torn Achilles tendon has been completed.

A person familiar with the operation tells The Associated Press on condition of anonymity that the operation was successful. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because an official statement had not yet been made.

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