Manuel Pellegrini will be without Aitor Ruibal in the upcoming crucial match against Real Sociedad this Sunday at Benito Villamarín. Ruibal received his fifth yellow card in the match against Las Palmas, which ended in a draw, and will miss the game due to suspension. Rui Silva and Ayoze Pérez, who were also at risk of suspension, avoided yellow cards and will be available for Pellegrini’s team.
Isco and Guido Rodríguez, two key players in Pellegrini’s lineup, left the match due to injuries within the first 40 minutes of play. Pellegrini stated, “Guido felt a hamstring strain, and Isco received a kick to the calf which left him unable to walk properly.” Both players will undergo tests to determine the extent of their injuries. Luis de la Fuente, the national team coach, is closely monitoring Isco’s performances for a possible selection in the upcoming Euro.
The team will know the exact nature of the injuries later today or even tomorrow after further assessments. Despite the setback, the focus remains on the upcoming match against Real Sociedad with key players like Rui Silva and Ayoze Pérez at Pellegrini’s disposal. The team is hopeful for a positive outcome in their quest for success in the season.