When the calendar of the Liga The World Cup is taking a break to make room for the national team matches, and the clubs that have international players are trembling. They spend their days praying that their players return safe and sound. That they are not affected by the sadly known as “FIFA virus”. In a word, that they do not get injured.
Now that the national team matches in the various football confederations have finished, this is the list of players from Spanish teams who are returning injured or injured:
OYARZABAL, Real Sociedad
Mikel Oyarzabal was injured during the match between Spain and Serbia. He has suffered a severe ankle sprain that will keep him off the pitch for about four weeks.
FERMÍN and DANI OLMO, Barcelona
Fermin was injured during a training session with the Spanish under-21 team and suffered a muscle tear. He will be out until the end of September.
Dani Olmo suffered a blow to the knee in the match against Serbia and was unable to play in the Spain-Switzerland game. In principle, injury has been ruled out and he will be able to play in the Girona-Barça game on Sunday.
BADÉ, Seville
Loic Badé is out for the next three to four weeks due to a thigh muscle problem suffered during training with the French national team.
Pablo Barrios and Musso, Atletico Madrid
The Atlético midfielder was unable to play any matches for Spain under-21s after suffering a muscle tear in his left leg. He will be out for a month.
Argentina’s goalkeeper Musso had to leave the training camp due to a lumbar injury. He is awaiting further development and diagnosis.
MENDY, TCHOUAMENI and MILITAO, Real Madrid
Frenchmen Mendy and Tchouameni returned without playing a single minute for their national team, France. The full-back, with discomfort in the tibia of his right leg, has a good chance of playing on Saturday in San Sebastian. There are more doubts about the midfielder, who is in pain in his left foot.
Eder Militao, meanwhile, suffered a muscle injury while playing for Brazil. Back in Madrid, it seems that the injury is milder than it seemed and his presence in the starting eleven against Real Sociedad is almost certain.
MILLER, Las Palmas
Alberto Moleiro had to leave the Spanish under-21 team’s training camp due to muscle discomfort, but everything indicates that he will play on Sunday against Athletic.
MURIQI, Mallorca
Vedat Muriqi suffered a knock during his national team Kosovo’s match against Cyprus and asked to be substituted. It is not ruled out, but it is unlikely that the striker will be able to recover in time for Mallorca’s early match against Villarreal (Saturday at 2:00 p.m.).
ALDERETE and YILDIRIM, Getafe
The Paraguayan centre-back for Getafe was hit by a knee against Brazil and was taken off the pitch on a stretcher, clearly showing signs of pain. The exact extent of the injury is not yet known, and it is unlikely that he will play against Sevilla on Saturday.
The Turkish Football Federation announced that Bertug Yildirim has left the U-21 team’s training camp due to a muscle injury. His presence at the Sánchez Pizjuán is uncertain.
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The FIFA Virus: La Liga Teams Breathe a Sigh of Relief as National Team Matches Come to an End
As the La Liga calendar takes a break to accommodate national team matches, clubs with international players hold their breath, praying that their players return unscathed and avoid the dreaded “FIFA virus” – a term coined to describe the injuries that players often pick up during international duty. With the national team matches now concluded, Spanish teams are assessing the damage and counting the cost of injuries to their players.
The Injury List
Mikel Oyarzabal of Real Sociedad is expected to be out for four weeks with a severe ankle sprain suffered during the match between Spain and Serbia [[1]]. Meanwhile, Fermin and Dani Olmo of Barcelona are also on the injury list, with Fermin suffering a muscle tear during a training session with the Spanish under-21 team and Olmo picking up a knee injury in the match against Serbia [[1]].
Seville’s Loic Badé will be sidelined for three to four weeks with a thigh muscle problem sustained during training with the French national team [[1]]. Atletico Madrid’s Pablo Barrios is out for a month with a muscle tear in his left leg, while goalkeeper Musso is awaiting further diagnosis and treatment for a lumbar injury [[1]].
Real Madrid’s Mendy and Tchouameni returned from international duty without playing a single minute, with Mendy suffering discomfort in his right leg and Tchouameni experiencing pain in his left foot [[1]]. Eder Militao, on the other hand, is expected to recover in time for the match against Real Sociedad after suffering a muscle injury while playing for Brazil [[1]].
Las Palmas’ Alberto Moleiro is expected to play on Sunday against Athletic after leaving the Spanish under-21 team’s training camp due to muscle discomfort [[1]]. Mallorca’s Vedat Muriqi, however, is unlikely to recover in time for the team’s next match after suffering a knock during his national team Kosovo’s match against Cyprus [[1]].
Keeping Tabs on Injuries
La Liga teams are always on high alert when their players are away on international duty, knowing that the risk of injury is high. To stay on top of the latest injury news and suspensions, fans can turn to reliable sources such as Transfermarkt [[1]], La Liga Expert [[2]], and Sports Gambler [[3]], which provide up-to-date information on injured players and suspensions across La Liga and La Liga 2.
As the La Liga season resumes, teams will be hoping that their injured players make a speedy recovery and are back on the pitch soon. Until then, fans can stay informed about the latest injury news and suspensions, and hope that the “FIFA virus” doesn’t strike again.
The “FIFA Virus”: A Curse for Spanish Clubs During International Breaks
The international break in the Spanish football calendar can be a blessing or a curse for clubs. While it provides an opportunity for players to represent their countries, it also increases the risk of injuries, aptly nicknamed the “FIFA virus.” The latest break has left several top clubs in La Liga counting the cost, with key players returning injured or nursing injuries.
The Affected Clubs and Players
Real Sociedad’s Mikel Oyarzabal is out for four weeks with a severe ankle sprain suffered during the match between Spain and Serbia [[2]]. Barcelona’s Fermin and Dani Olmo have also been affected, with Fermin ruled out until the end of September due to a muscle tear and Olmo expected to play in the Girona-Barça game on Sunday despite a knee blow.
Sevilla’s Loic Badé will miss three to four weeks of action due to a thigh muscle problem picked up during training with the French national team [[3]]. Atletico Madrid’s Pablo Barrios and Musso have also been hit, with Barrios out for a month with a muscle tear and Musso awaiting further diagnosis for a lumbar injury.
Real Madrid’s Mendy, Tchouameni, and Militao have been affected, with Mendy and Tchouameni returning without playing a single minute for France due to injuries. Militao, however, is expected to feature in the starting eleven against Real Sociedad. Las Palmas’ Alberto Moleiro and Mallorca’s Vedat Muriqi have also suffered injuries during the international break.
The “FIFA Virus” Problem
The “FIFA virus” is a curse that many clubs around the world have to deal with during international breaks. It’s a phenomenon where players return from national team duty injured, leaving their clubs to pick up the pieces. The problem is not unique to Spanish clubs, but the recent break has highlighted the issue.
The “FIFA virus” can have a significant impact on a club’s season, particularly if key players are involved. It’s a delicate balancing act between allowing players to represent their countries and protecting the club’s interests. The solution may lie in improved communication between clubs and national teams, as well as better injury prevention and management strategies.
Conclusion
The “FIFA virus” is a harsh reality that clubs in La Liga and around the world have to contend with during international breaks. The latest break has seen several top players in Spain return injured or nursing injuries, which could have a significant impact on their club’s season. As the football calendar continues to get more congested, it’s essential for clubs and national teams to work together to find a solution to this problem.
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