Everton's Williams suffers punctured lung on Wales duty

PASADENA, CA - MAY 28: Ashley Williams #6 of Wales is consoled by Javier Hernandez of Mexico as he walks off the pitch following an injury during the first half of their friendly international soccer match at the Rose Bowl on May 28, 2018 in Pasadena, California.
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Wales captain and Everton centre-back Ashley Williams revealed he suffered a punctured lung during an international friendly against Mexico on Tuesday.

Williams collided with El Tri striker Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez during the goalless draw and was removed shortly after the 20-minute mark. The 33-year-old also suffered "multiple breaks" on two ribs.

"Crazy couple of weeks. Great to be back in a FA Wales shirt and with the lads," Williams posted on his Facebook page.

"However after coming off after 20 minutes with multiple breaks on two ribs, I went to hospital and found out I had punctured my left lung which led to it collapsing."

He added: "Look forward to flying home and resting up now before the new season."

Wales failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia after finishing third in Group A behind Serbia and the Republic of Ireland.

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