Earlier today we learned that David Beckham suffered a painful ankle injury during gameplay in Europe yesterday … an injury that very likely has ruined his chances at playing in the World Cup this year. Right now we get to see a couple photos of Becks‘s arrival in Finland this morning where he underwent surgery to repair the torn Achilles tendon in his ankle. While the surgery has been deemed a success, it is still pretty certain that his World Cup dreams are finished for good:

David Beckham underwent an operation today on his torn Achilles tendon and despite it being declared a success, his World Cup dream appears to be over. The England star travelled to Finland on a private jet for surgery after tearing the tendon during AC Milan’s Serie A encounter with Chievo. The injury will almost certainly ensure he misses the World Cup in South Africa, which would have been Beckham’s fourth as an England international, but he might not even be walking by the time it starts. Renowned doctor Professor Helmu Orawa, today said the procedure had been a success and he was confident the 34-year-old would be able to continue his career. However, in a statement, England manager Fabio Capello, who confirmed he had spoken to Beckham after last night’s game to offer his support, said the indications were that he would miss the World Cup, which starts in June. He said: ‘We have to wait for the results of the scan, but it looks like he is out of the World Cup. David is a great professional and has worked very hard to be ready for the World Cup, so missing it will be a big blow.’ He added: ‘I am very sad for David that he has suffered this injury.’ Writing on his official website today, Beckham said: ‘I am on my way to Finland to see a specialist and have a scan on the injury. I am upset but wants (sic) to thank everyone for their messages of support. I hope to make a swift and full recovery.’ Professor Orawa said he is positive Beckham will make a full recovery from his injuries, but said it is unlikely he would be well in time for the World Cup. He said: ‘Top athletes usually heal well but it’s a few months until you are back at the same level as you were before. I don’t think it is a big difference to be (aged) 25 or 35, it will be three, four, five months. Most of these patients come back at the same level, even in a top player.’ Doctors at the specialist Mehiläinen Turku clinic stitched Beckham’s ruptured tendon in an hour-long operation this afternoon, before fitting him with a cast or brace. Beckham is expected to return to Los Angeles for the healing and rehabilitation process.

While it is pretty certain that Becks will not be able to play in the World Cup, I’m happy to know that he may yet recovery well from his injury. It sucks hardcore that fate dealt him this painful blow … but at least he has a great chance of playing soccer again in the future. It’ll be nice to have Becks back here in SoCal during his recovery period … it’s just a shame he has to come home under these circumstances :(

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