Gonçalo Guedes
RSO
Returns to bench
Guedes (undisclosed) recovered and is on the bench for Wednesday's game against Real Madrid.
Analysis: Guedes had been sidelined for several weeks while recovering from a surgical procedure and was unable to feature in the league opener against Real Betis. However, he has returned to training in recent days, and his inclusion on the bench is a boost given that he was one of the standout players last season, when he recorded nine goals and eight assists across all competitions. Guedes is expected to become a regular starter once fully fit, given his ability to play on either wing.
Returns to squad against Madrid
Guedes (undisclosed) is included in Real Sociedad's squad for Wednesday's clash against Real Madrid, the club announced.
Analysis: Guedes returns to the matchday squad after being left out for the season opener against Real Betis. The winger is coming off a productive campaign in which he recorded nine goals and eight assists, though he has not played a competitive match since May despite being included in Portugal's World Cup squad. His inclusion Wednesday marks an important step toward full reintegration, though his playing time could initially be managed following the lengthy spell without competitive action.
Left out of squad for Betis clash
Guedes is not part of Real Sociedad's squad for Friday's season opener against Real Betis, according to the club.
Analysis: Guedes was one of Real Sociedad's standout performers last season, contributing nine goals and eight assists, but he hasn't played a competitive match since May against Valencia and, despite being included in Portugal's World Cup squad, never saw the field at the tournament. His continued absence from preseason now carries over into the start of the new campaign, leaving his path back to the matchday squad unclear as Real Sociedad manage his recovery.
Back in group training
Guedes (undisclosed) rejoined Real Sociedad's group training Wednesday at Zubieta, increasing his chances of being included in the squad for Saturday's trip to face Betis, the club posted.
Analysis: Guedes had been sidelined for several weeks recovering from a surgical procedure unrelated to football, missing the final preseason friendlies and significantly reducing his outlook for the season opener. His return to full training changes that picture and allows coach Pellegrino Matarazzo to consider including him in the traveling squad to Sevilla. Guedes is expected to arrive short on match sharpness, making a starting role unlikely even if he is included. He could instead begin on the bench as an offensive option if he completes the final training sessions without any setbacks.
Won't play Friday
Guedes (undisclosed) is out for Friday's match against Real Betis, according to Angel Lopez of Diario Vasco.
Analysis: Guedes didn't play in the preseason and has been unable to train in the last two weeks after undergoing surgery for a personal matter. Given the lack of preparation he's had, it's not surprising to see the Portugal international being deemed not ready to feature against Betis. His next chance to play will come against Real Madrid on Wednesday, Aug. 26. With Guedes out, look for Ander Barrenetxea to start in the front three next to Takefusa Kubo and Mikel Oyarzabal.
Could miss league opener
Guedes remains unable to train with Real Sociedad following Tuesday's surgery for a personal matter unrelated to football and could miss around two weeks, a timeline that would include the league opener against Real Betis, according to El Diario Vasco.
Analysis: Guedes remains unable to train with Real Sociedad and will not travel for the match against Chelsea in England, after undergoing surgery on Tuesday for a personal matter unrelated to football. Initial timelines put him out for around two weeks, which, if that holds, would put his return closer to August 25, four days after the LaLiga opener against Betis on the 21st, though the club has not confirmed any firm date and this is based on early reporting rather than an official statement. It remains to be seen whether he can lend a hand for the Betis game at all. The winger was important last season with eight goals and four assists across 22 starts, and if he does miss out, Ander Barrenetxea and Takefusa Kubo would likely occupy both flanks in his absence.
Out after minor surgery
Guedes will be sidelined for several days after undergoing minor personal surgery unrelated to football, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Analysis: Guedes missed Wednesday's training session at Zubieta as a result, and he'll also miss both of Real Sociedad's upcoming friendlies against Cologne in Germany on Friday and Saturday. No further details on the nature of the procedure have been disclosed. Guedes is expected to resume training once his recovery period concludes.
Begins individual training
Guedes returned from vacation and completed his first preseason session at Zubieta, the club announced.
Analysis: Guedes worked apart from his teammates following an individualized plan designed to adapt his workload after several weeks off and facilitate a gradual reintegration into the group. His return coincided with Real Sociedad's squad arriving back from England, where the team had wrapped up its preseason training camp and played its final friendly against Aston Villa. While the rest of the squad completed recovery work before traveling back to San Sebastian, Guedes began his individual buildup separately. Guedes is expected to continue his individualized program before joining full group training.
Scores in friendly vs. Chile
Guedes (ankle) came off the bench and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Chile.
Analysis: Guedes began the game on the bench, but he entered at the HT break and took advantage of a through ball from Ruben Neves to find the back of the net with a composed finish past Lawrence Vigoroux. Guedes should be a depth option for Portugal's loaded attacking line in the World Cup.
Returns to full training
Guedes (ankle) has returned to full training with Portugal and is experiencing no discomfort from the ankle problem that had kept him out of Real Sociedad's final league fixture, according to Mundodeportivo.
Analysis: Guedes had pushed through the Copa del Rey final despite carrying the injury, an effort that ultimately took its toll on his performances in the closing weeks of the season. His full recovery is a timely boost for coach Roberto Martinez, with the winger now training at the same level as his teammates at the Cidade do Futebol in Oeiras and positioning himself as a genuine contender for a starting role in the pre-tournament friendlies against Chile and Nigeria. Portugal have been drawn in Group K alongside the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan and Colombia, with their campaign opening on June 17 in Houston. Guedes enters the competition healthy and provides coach Roberto Martinez with another attacking option.
Out for season finale
Guedes won't be an option for Saturday's game against Espanyol due to an ankle injury, according to manager Pellegrino Matarazzo. "Guedes felt a bit of pain in his ankle, that's why we removed him from training [today] and why he won't play [Saturday]."
Analysis: Guedes was one of the best players for Real Sociedad in the 2025/26 season, finishing the campaign with eight goals and four assists across 32 appearances (22 starts). He'll aim to recover in time to represent Portugal in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Returns to squad Sunday
Guedes (toe) has been named in the squad for Sunday's clash against Valencia.
Analysis: Guedes's inclusion in the matchday squad is a welcome development after the toe issue had ruled him out for a stretch of fixtures. The Portuguese winger's availability gives coach Pellegrino Matarazzo an additional attacking option heading into one of the final fixtures of the season.
Could feature Sunday
Guedes (toe) could be an option for Sunday's clash against Valencia, according to coach Pellegrino Matarazzo. "Yeah both could be in the squad."
Analysis: Guedes had been ruled out for the time being with a toe issue, making his potential return a more encouraging update than recent weeks had suggested. The Portuguese winger's inclusion in the squad would be a welcome boost for Real Sociedad heading into the two final fixtures of their season, with Pablo Marin having stepped in his spot during his absence. The club will make a final call on his involvement after assessing his condition ahead of Sunday's kickoff.
Still sidelined
Guedes (toe) remains unavailable for the time being, the club posted.
Analysis: Guedes had appeared to be closing in on a return after getting back into training last week, but his continued absence from sessions this week suggests the toe issue has not yet fully resolved. Mikel Oyarzabal is expected to continue leading Real Sociedad's attack in his absence, with Luka Sucic and Bryan Mendez also in line for larger roles as the club pushes through the final fixtures of the season.
Misses training Sunday
Guedes (toe) was not in training Sunday and will remain out for Monday's match against Sevilla, according to Oscar Badallo of Marca.
Analysis: Guedes was back in training this week but seems to have suffered a minor setback, as he was not with the group in Sunday's session ahead of Monday's match. Unfortunately, this will keep him out, a third straight match out. That said, Mikel Oyarzarbal should remain the primary attacker while he is out, with Luka Sucic and Brias Mendez also likely to see bigger roles.
Back in training, targeting Sevilla
Guedes (toe) resumed team training Saturday and should be an option for Monday's clash against Sevilla, the club posted.
Analysis: Guedes had been ruled out of Sunday's fixture against Rayo Vallecano after the broken toe and sprained ankle he sustained during the Copa del Rey run proved too significant to play through. His return to the training pitch is an encouraging development heading into the next clash, and Real Sociedad will be hoping to have their starting winger back in the fold for the Sevilla clash after Takefusa Kubo covered in his absence.
Still not ready for Rayo clash
Guedes (toe) will not be available for Sunday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to coach Pellegrino Matarazzo. "Goncalo won't be ready, the rest should be fine."
Analysis: Guedes had been playing through a broken toe and sprained ankle sustained during the Copa del Rey run, but the injury has proven too significant to allow him to feature against Rayo. The Portuguese winger has been a locked-in starter for Real Sociedad, and his absence forces a reshuffle in the attack with Takefusa Kubo expected to take on a larger role in the front line for Sunday's fixture.
Out, hopeful for Sunday
Guedes is out for Wednesday's match against Getafe due to a broken toe and sprained ankle, according to manager Pellegrino Matarazzo, per Oscar Badallo of Marca.
Analysis: Guedes is hitting the sidelines after playing through a broken toe in their Copa del Rey victory, as the attacker is still dealing with the injury, along with a sprained ankle. However, he is eyeing a recovery quickly, hoping to face Rayo Vallecano come Sunday's match. He has been a starter on the left flank, so a change will be made, with Pablo Marin as a possible replacement.
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