Barnabás Varga injury impacts Hungary national team and AEK Athens

Barnabás Varga, a key striker for both the Hungary national football team and AEK Athens, is facing a significant injury setback. The 31-year-old sustained a thigh injury during a Greek Cup match against Panserraikos, which is expected to sideline him for at least three weeks.

Varga's absence has already impacted the Hungarian national team, which failed to score in recent Nations League matches against Ukraine and Northern Ireland. He has been a vital offensive asset, accounting for 40 percent of Hungary's 20 goals scored over the last two years. His injury also means he will miss upcoming Nations League fixtures in October.

Additionally, the Hungarian team is facing pressure regarding the performance of Dominik Szoboszlai. Following the team's winless start in the Nations League B division, Szoboszlai has drawn criticism for his perceived frustration on the pitch and the increased burden placed on him due to the absence of Varga and Roland Sallai.