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Chelsea striker Diego Costa fine after Spain injury scare

Diego Costa of Spain during the 2018 World Cup Qualifier against Israel
Image: Diego Costa suffered an injury scare while training with Spain

Diego Costa suffered a scare after he hurt his foot and ankle in Spain's training session on Sunday but tests have confirmed the Chelsea striker did not suffer a serious injury.

The Spanish federation said doctors will continue to monitor Costa's injury but he will remain with the national team for the friendly match against France in Paris on Tuesday.

Costa underwent a series of tests after he was forced to leave the session, having scored in Friday's 4-1 win over Israel in their World Cup Qualifier.

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David Silva and Diego Costa are among the goalscorers for Spain as they thrash Israel 4-1 in World Cup qualifying Group G

The 28-year-old has been in prolific form this season, scoring 22 goals in 35 appearances for club and country, and any injury would have come as a blow to Chelsea boss Antonio Conte as his side closes on the Premier League title.

Chelsea play London rivals Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on April 1 when the Premier League resumes after the international break before they face Manchester City at home four days later.

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