France skipper Renard doubtful for key World Cup clash

Renard, 33, strained her calf in France’s 0-0 draw with Jamaica in Sydney on Sunday, although she completed the full 90 minutes.

DOUBT: France's Wendie Renard, centre. Pic: AP Photo/Mark Baker

France captain Wendie Renard may have to sit out Saturday's key Women's World Cup group game against Brazil after injuring her calf, officials said on Wednesday.

Renard, 33, strained her calf in France’s 0-0 draw with Jamaica in Sydney on Sunday, although completed the full 90 minutes as one of the pre-tournament favourites made a stuttering start to their campaign.