Luken Beitia
RSO
Remains sidelined with ankle injury
Beitia remains unavailable for selection as he continues recovering from a left ankle sprain, with no definitive timetable established for his return.
Analysis: Beitia remains sidelined after suffering a left ankle sprain during a post-match training session following Real Sociedad's encounter against Deportivo earlier this month. The defender initially raised concerns about a potentially serious knee injury after landing awkwardly and requiring assistance from the medical staff, but subsequent examinations ruled out knee ligament damage and confirmed an ankle sprain instead. Although the diagnosis was more encouraging than initially feared, Beitia has yet to receive clearance to resume competitive action and remains unavailable for the time being. The defender started four of Real Sociedad's first eight matches before the international break, establishing himself as a valuable option in coach Pellegrino Matarazzo's defensive rotation. His continued absence limits the team's defensive depth, while his availability for upcoming fixtures will depend on his progress in rehabilitation.
Diagnosed with ankle sprain
Beitia has been diagnosed with a sprained left ankle after undergoing medical tests Monday, which ruled out a knee injury following his fall during Sunday's post-match training session against Deportivo, according to Diario Vasco.
Analysis: Beitia initially sparked concerns about a serious knee injury after landing awkwardly during a training session for unused substitutes following Sunday's match, requiring assistance from the medical staff to leave the field. However, subsequent examinations ruled out ligament damage to his knee and instead revealed a left ankle sprain, a more encouraging diagnosis than initially feared. The severity of the sprain remains unclear, with his return dependent on how the injury progresses over the coming days. Beitia has emerged as an important defensive option under coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, starting four of Real Sociedad's eight matches before the international break, making his potential absence a concern for the club's defensive rotation.
Injured in post-match session
Beitia suffered a knee injury in a post-match training session, according to Benat Barreto of El Diario Vasco.
Analysis: Beitia had to abandon a training session following Sunday's win over Deportivo, suffering a knee injury that would force him to be helped off by trainers. It came after he fell to the ground, with it not appearing to be too serious at first glance. He has started in three games this season, so the club will hope the young defender can make a quick recovery.
Nets own goal
Beitia had an own goal, three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Valencia.
Analysis: Beitia would have a rough match for Sociedad despite the win, as the defender would account for an own goal in the 84th minute. However, he had a solid match before the own goal, notching three shots in the attack while adding one interception, three tackles and eight clearances in the defense. He has now started in three straight games, hoping the own goal doesn't affect his time.
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