Heartbreak for Brazil and England as Richarlison and James may miss World Cup

 Brazil Richarlison left the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in tears after picking up an injury against Everton.

The Brazilian made his way out of the ground on crutches and is now a major doubt for the World Cup. 

The Brazilian was replaced by Yves Bissouma in the 52nd minute after picking up a calf injury.

And the emotion was all too much for him as he spoke on his way out of the ground.

He said: "It's kind of hard to say because it's close to the realisation of my dream (the World Cup). 

"I've already suffered a similar injury to this but I hope it can heal as soon as possible.

"The last time when I was at Everton, I was out of action for about two months.

"I know it's hard to talk at this moment, but let's see, I'll recover. Monday, I have an exam but even walking hurts. I have to stay positive if I want to go to Qatar.

"It's all so close, it's about a month to go, and we've been getting ready, working every day so that nothing serious can happen.

"Unfortunately, today I had this calf injury, but now it's just a matter of waiting, doing the treatment every day so that I can recover as soon as possible."

With just under six weeks to go until Brazil kick off their World Cup campaign, his tournament now looks to be in doubt.

Richarlison went down injured in the Everton box just after half-time.

He massaged his calf with a pained expression on his face as the Spurs medics rushed on to tend to him.

The decision was quickly made that the 25-year-old could not continue against his former club.

Richarlison bit on his shirt in frustration and looked emotional after being forced off.

Spurs gaffer Antonio Conte looked worried as Richarlison hobbled off, and the Italian confirmed the forward will have a scan on Sunday.

Conte said on the extent of the problem: "We don't know, we hope it is not so serious he felt a problem in his calf.

"He will have an MRI to understand it tomorrow, we hope it is not serious."

Brazil kick off their World Cup campaign with a Group G clash against Serbia on November 24th.

Also, Reece James World Cup dream looks over after Chelsea confirmed he will miss eight weeks through injury - but the star insists he "won't give up" just yet.

The 22-year-old went off with a knee problem during Chelsea's 2-0 win over AC Milan on Tuesday night.

England fans were left desperately concerned about the extent of the injury as fellow Three Lions right-back Kyle Walker is already facing a race to be fit for Qatar.

And Chelsea have now confirmed James will be out for eight weeks, with his availability for Qatar in huge doubt as a result.

But despite admitting he's in a "race against time", the flying wing-back has vowed to give his all in rehab to try and make the plane for Qatar.

An official statement from Chelsea read: "Following the knee injury sustained in our away match against AC Milan, Reece has received treatment from the Chelsea medical department and visited a specialist this weekend.

"After consultation between all parties, Reece will now undergo a rehabilitation programme and is expected to be out for eight weeks."

James later tweeted: "The race against time is on... but we won't give up."

It leaves Gareth Southgate facing a selection dilemma ahead of the tournament, with Kieran Trippier expected to now be first choice to play on the right side of England's defence.

Walker, who can play as both a right-back and right centre-half, is a doubt after undergoing groin surgery.

Trent Alexander-Arnold is also out with an injury until the end of the month.

And while he is set to be back well in time for the World Cup, Southgate did not give him any game time in their recent Nations League games against Italy and Germany.

James' injury was originally played down as merely a "minor jarring of the knee".

But he was then seen with a brace on his leg, which led to cause for concern.

And now damage to the ligaments will keep him side-lined for a lengthy period of time.

Immediately after the Milan game, Chelsea boss Graham Potter said: “It’s pretty normal that as soon as there is a bit of discomfort the day or two after, you need to get it checked properly.

“There is discomfort so we just need to check and see a specialist.

"He has been in fantastic form for us, so fingers crossed we wait for good news."