Czech star Milan Baros fears a persistent foot injury could ruin his World Cup.

The Villa striker failed a late fitness test as the Karel Bruckner's team opened their Group E account with a comprehensive 3-0 victory against the United States. He hopes to recover in time for their next outing against Ghana but insists he will not risk further injury. “I'm obviously worried I'll miss the tournament but my health s the most important thing. I do not want to be out for a year just because I have had an injection to try and get me through.