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Chile midfielder Gary Medel rubbishes injury concerns

Chile midfielder Gary Medel dismisses concerns over his fitness ahead of the World Cup.

Chile midfielder Gary Medel has rubbished concerns over his fitness ahead of the World Cup.

The 26-year-old took a knock on Saturday while training with his international teammates.

Despite initial fears over the extent of the injury, Medel insists that it was only a minor scrape.

"Thanks for the concern, but it was just a hit and I'm fine," he tweeted.

Chile start their World Cup campaign on Friday when they face Australia in Cuiaba.

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