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REVEALED: Why Croatia defender Gvardiol wearing World Cup face mask

Croatia starlet Josko Gvardiol has been wearing a face mask throughout the World Cup.

Gvardiol, a serious target for Chelesa, has been immense for the Croats.

Despite losing in the semifinal, the European minnows can hold their heads high given their displays.

The RB Leipzig defender has been spotted with the mask on during matches because of a nose break a few weeks before the tournament.

Gvardiol collided with Leipzig team-mate Willi Orban during a game against Freiburg in Germany.

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