David Beckham tears his Achilles’ tendon; headed to Finland for surgery; World Cup at risk

David Beckham tears Achilles’ tendon

MILAN — David Beckham has torn his left Achilles’ tendon and is at risk of missing the World Cup.

The former England captain injured himself in the closing minutes of AC Milan’s 1-0 win over Chievo Verona on Sunday.

Club physician Jean Pierre Meersseman told Italy’s Sky TV that Beckham will fly to Finland on Monday for surgery.

The injury occurred when Beckham was by himself with the ball at his feet. He shifted his weight and immediately realized there was a problem, reaching his hand down to his left heel.